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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Tenerife for your holiday.
Climate Overview
15 °C to 29 °C
18 °C to 23 °C
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Geographical location
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Tenerife is the largest island of the Canary Islands and lies in the Atlantic Ocean. The volcanic island is home to about 910,000 inhabitants, the capital is Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the northeast of the island.
The official language is Spanish, the official currency is the Euro. Tenerife has an area of over 1200 square miles and is divided into three regions.
The metropolitan region around the capital Santa Cruz is the economic centre of the island, with a large harbour and the old town of La Laguna, which has been declared a World Heritage Site.
The south of the island is the most important region for tourism, Los Christanos and Playa de las Américas are the tourist centres here.
Climate in Tenerife
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The climate on Tenerife is very pleasant all year round, not without reason one speaks of the “island of eternal spring”. However, there are regional differences due to the influence of the northeastern trade wind. In the north of Tenerife lies the coast facing the wind, while the south lies in the wind-protected area.
It is therefore not a rare phenomenon that the sun shines on one side of the island while the other half is shrouded in clouds. In general, however, Tenerife is considered to be extremely sunny, dry and pleasant with an oceanic-tropical climate.
In summer it is warm with daytime temperatures between 26 °C to 29 °C, even in winter the 20 °C mark is usually exceeded during the day. At night temperatures oscillate between 16 °C to 21 °C during the year. From the beginning of June to mid-December, the Atlantic has a pleasant annual water temperature of 20 °C to 23 °C (September).
Best Time to Visit Tenerife: Overview
JanuaryJan Winter yet mildmostly mild | FebruaryFeb Winter yet mildmostly mild | MarchMar Pre-SeasonPre-Season PleasantPleasant climate in Teneriffa | AprilApr Good time to traveltime PleasantPleasant climate in Teneriffa | MayMay Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife | OctoberOct Good time to traveltime PleasantPleasant climate in Teneriffa | NovemberNov After-SeasonNach-Saison PleasantPleasant climate in Teneriffa | DecemberDec Winter yet mildmostly mild |
When to visit Tenerife?
Tenerife is a true year-round destination and, together with the other Canary Islands, is also a popular refuge for sun-seekers in winter. It is dry all year round, most rain falls between December and February, but even these months with a maximum rainfall of 1.46 in are by no means considered rainy in the capital, for example.
However, we recommend the summer months as the best time to travel on Tenerife. The season starts around the end of April, and the travel season from the beginning of June to the end of October is particularly ideal. The warmest month of travel is August, the most hours of sunshine in Tenerife are statistically seen in July.
Climate Chart Tenerife
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Tenerife
In the following, you will find the climate table for Tenerife, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 21° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 24° | 26° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 26° | 24° | 22° |
| Night Temperature | 15° | 15° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 18° | 16° |
| Water Temperature | 19° | 18° | 18° | 18° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 21° | 20° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.46 | 1.34 | 0.94 | 0.63 | 0.16 | 0.04 | 0 | 0.04 | 0.35 | 0.71 | 1.5 | 2.05 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature is 21.1 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (25.1 °C)
Coldest month: January (17.9 °C)
The maximum water temperature is 23 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
July, August, September, October, and November
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 9.21 inch on 34 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
The old town of La Laguna has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the cultural highlight of the island. Tenerife is not only known for its beautiful beaches, but also for its impressive hinterland. Hiking tours along the crater Las Canadas or through the Anaga Mountains are highly recommended. Here you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view.
The port of the capital Santa Cruz is a meeting point for every Tenerife traveller. Here one finds beautiful shopping possibilities and nice restaurants. Other highlights of the island are the famous Loro Parque, the Teide National Park around the volcano of the same name and the breathtaking Masca Gorge. Families with children love Siam Park, which calls itself “Europe’s largest water park”.
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Popular Activities
Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Hiking in the Anaga Mountains
Tours
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Go on an awesome walk through the Anaga Mountains. Hike for 3.5 hours and enjoy a lunch with local products. Expand your knowledge about the soul of the Anaga´s Biosphere Reserve listening to your guide.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Palmetum Entry Ticket
Nature & Panorama
from 6 $ »
Gain entry to the Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a 12-hectare reconstituted landfill site that is now a botanical garden project overlooking the city and Atlantic Ocean.
Tenerife: Teide National Park & Teno Rural Park Private Tour
Tours
from 463 $ »
Experience Tenerife from the high altitudes of the Teide National Park and Teno Rural Park on a private tour. Admire thousands of geological formations and breathtaking views of the island.
More attractions
Tenerife: Anaga Rural Park Private Tour | Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Beginner’s Diving & Introduction | Santa Cruz de Tenerife: PADI Introductory Dive | Teide Essential Shore excursion VIP TOUR | Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Introductory Diving Course & 2 Dives | Tenerife Private Tour: Full-Day Volcanic South | Tenerife Private Tour: Full-Day Historic North |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
overcast clouds, 14.7 °CClouds: 100 % Wind: 17 mph NNW
Air Pressure: 1023 hPa Humidity: 93 %
Air Pressure: 1023 hPa Humidity: 93 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 10:20 am
The next days …
| 7th Feb 2023 | 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 17 °C to 18 °C | 16 °C to 17 °C | 16 °C to 17 °C |  15 °C to 18 °C | 17 °C to 18 °C | 17 °C to 19 °C |
| 17 °C to 18 °C | 16 °C to 17 °C | 16 °C to 17 °C | 15 °C to 18 °C | 17 °C to 18 °C | 17 °C to 19 °C |
| Clouds: 54 % | Clouds: 95 % | Clouds: 89 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 21 % | Clouds: 4 % |
| 0.02 in of rain | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | 0.01 in of rain | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Canary Islands: Regions
Tenerife is part of the holiday destination Canary Islands. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Best Time to Travel for the Regions
Santa Cruz de Tenerife: May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Hottest Month
August: 29 °C
Day Temperature
August: 29 °CDay Temperature
Coldest Month
February: 15 °C
Night Temperature
February: 15 °CNight Temperature
Rainiest Month
December: 2.05 in
Rain
December: 2.05 inRain
Driest Month
July: 0 in
Rain
July: 0 inRain
Maximum Water Temperature
September: 23 °C
Water Temperature
September: 23 °CWater Temperature
Sunniest Month
July: 10.8 hours/day
Sunshine
July: 10.8 hours/daySunshine
Activities and Attractions
Tenerife: Snorkeling Equipment Rental in Radazul
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: AbenteuerDate and Tour
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Tenerife: Guided Dive and Scooter Experience
Tours
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Distances to Tenerife
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 1800 mi | 3330 mi | 5770 mi |
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Tenerife: Experiences of our Visitors
The weather was pleasantly warm, especially when you escaped from the -15°C cold Germany. Just the right weather for hiking, just a bit cold for swimming.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
We had 12 days off and the weather was mixed. Once sun then again very cloudy.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Were there in November, super nice climate, only in summer things, again and again during the season, only recommended if you want to escape the grey in Germany.??????
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Three weeks Costa Los Gigantes, a dream the weather. Cloudy until 10.30 a.m., then full sun until 6.30 p.m. Feeling 30 degrees on the sunbed during the day. From sunset it became cool with jacket and long trousers on tour. This weather is only good, no circulatory problems.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Early February 17-20 degrees and sunny on the Costa Adeje. Ideal for relaxing and sunbathing
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Was pleasantly warm, about 21 degrees .flip flops and T Shirt (wonderful) .in the south of Tenerife at the Costa Adeje.:)
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
In the mountains the weather was a bit changeable, but in the valley and at the sea it was very good.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Sunshine around 30 degrees, only one day rainy weather, but in the highlands partly quite foggy
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Were in Puerta de la cruz weather very good not too warm not too cold daytime dry and in the evening a little rain super holiday
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
The climate in mid-September was a bit humid (70-75 humidity), but otherwise very warm.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Excellent, during the day between 26 and 29 degrees exactly right for bathing, and at night around 20 to 22 degrees, also excursions into the volcanic mountains were good, there it was usually a few degrees less. So I always went on tour dressed in summer.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It wasn’t too hot, there was always a slight breeze. Sun and clouds alternated, great for circulation, not humid, 26/28 degrees, mid-September
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent