Tenerife
20 to 27°C
temperature
3770 hours
sunshine per day
227 mm
rain
292 days
dry
73 days
rain
0 days
snow

Climate of Tenerife

Tenerife's climate is ideal for those who like warm weather. In fact, the average temperature in Tenerife is 24 degrees Celsius. Located just off the coast of Africa, Tenerife benefits from its perfect location, giving it a subtropical climate that is warm all year round. It is therefore also a popular destination for winter sun seekers.

Climate averages for the whole year

  • Day: the average daily temperature during the day is between 20°C and 27°C
  • Night:the average nighttime temperature is between 17°C and 23°C
  • Sea temperature: the sea temperature is between 20°C and 25°C
  • Rain: it rains 73 days and there is a total of approximately 227 mm rainfall
  • Sun hours: throughout the year there are 3770 sun hours
Maximum temperature: between 20°C and 27°C
Warmest month: 27°C in August
Coldest month: 20°C in March
Night temperature: between 17°C and 23°C
Sea temperature: between 20°C and 25°C
Dry days: 292 days
Days with rain: 73 days
Days with snow: 0 days
Total rain sum: 227 mm
Hours of sunshine: 3770 hours

Spring (March-May)

Spring in Tenerife is lovely, with temperatures starting to creep towards the mid-20s and plenty of sunshine. The climate is warm but not too hot yet, and flowers are in bloom. This is the perfect time to avoid the heat of summer and explore the island's many hiking trails and breathtaking scenery.

Summer (June-August)

Tenerife in summer is the busiest time of the year, as tourists flock to the island to enjoy its beautiful beaches and pleasant temperature. The average temperature at this time of year hovers around 28 degrees Celsius. This is the perfect time to enjoy the island's many beaches or take a dip in the pool.

Autumn (September-November)

Autumn is a milder time of year in Tenerife, with average temperatures of 22-25 degrees Celsius. This makes it an ideal time for visitors who want to avoid the heat and still enjoy all that Tenerife has to offer. The crowds are also reduced at this time of year, giving you more space to enjoy!

Winter (December-February)

The coolest time of year in Tenerife is in winter, but that doesn't mean it's not worth a visit! You'll be surprised how warm it can still be. Average winter temperatures still hover around 20 degrees Celsius. Plus, there are fewer tourists at this time of year, so you'll have the island more or less to yourself!

What is the sunniest side of Tenerife?

The south side of the island is the sunniest side of Tenerife. This is because the south side of Tenerife faces Africa, where the sun shines most of the time. In the south, you have an average of 9 hours of sunshine a day in winter and 10 hours of sunshine a day in summer.

Here you will also find some of the island's best beaches. Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos are two of the most popular tourist destinations, and it's no wonder why when you see the sparkling turquoise water and soft golden sand.

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Temperature graph

This graph shows the average maximum temperature (red) and minimum temperature (blue) for Tenerife.

Precipitation graph

This graph shows the average amount of rainfall per month for Tenerife.

Climate table of Tenerife

In this climate table you can see at a glance what the average weather per month is for Tenerife. The data has been collected over a 30-year period, from which an average per month has been derived. From year to year the differences may be larger or smaller, but with this climate table you have a good idea of what the weather for Tenerife might be like in a given month.

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Day temp. (°C) 24 25 20 21 22 24 26 27 26 25 23 21
Night temp. (°C) 18 19 17 18 19 20 22 23 23 22 20 19
Water temp. (°C) 20 21 20 21 21 23 23 24 25 25 24 22
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Precipitation (mm) 22 35 24 14 2 1 0 5 18 31 32 43
Days with rain 7 9 8 6 3 2 3 3 5 8 11 8
Dry days 24 19 23 24 28 28 28 28 25 23 19 23
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Sun hours per day 10 10 10 10 11 11 12 11 11 10 10 9
Wind force (Bft) 3 4 3 4 3 3 4 4 3 3 3 4
UV-index 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 5 5

Best time to visit Tenerife

Because of its beautiful, warm, and sunny weather, Tenerife is a popular tourist destination all year. Tenerife's distinct climate is due to the north-eastern trade winds. These collect water vapour above the Atlantic Ocean, climb the Pico del Teide's northern slopes, and eventually trickle down in fine rain.

Temperatures vary because the Teide serves as a weather divide, separating two microclimates to the north and south.

Tenerife summer holiday

As the weather begins to warm up, the months of May through September are great for visiting the south of Tenerife. It entices visitors with its long, pleasant days and peaceful evenings. Even on the warmest summer days, a delightful cool sea breeze refreshes.

The months of May, June, and October are great for exploring Tenerife's north and east, as temperatures are mild and no rain is anticipated. Summertime temperatures will be higher in July, August, and September.

The winter season on Tenerife

If you are visiting Tenerife in the winter, it is best to stay in the south. Tenerife's winters are unusually warm, making it a popular time to visit, particularly in February, when the island hosts the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival. It is the world's second largest carnival, behind that of Rio de Janeiro, and is great for swimming and sunbathing.

Surfers go to the south coast in the winter to ride the enormous rollers. You may also view long-finned pilot whales and collect oranges in the spring. During the Christmas and Carnival seasons, rooms will be rather pricey.

Climate of Tenerife by month

What is the average climate in a given month for Tenerife? Click on a month to see all monthly averages for sunshine, maximum and minimum temperatures, percent chance of rain per day, snowfall and number of rainy days.

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