Weather by Month in Tenerife

Which part of Tenerife has the best weather in January? On an island with six distinct climates: ranging from Hot Desert to Subarctic (at high altitude around Mount Teide), it is essential to consider carefully where to stay on the … Continued

February is one of the coldest months of the year in Tenerife with highs barely above those in January, and slightly cooler nights. The weather can be unsettled and unreliable at this time of year, and while some Februaries have … Continued

Mixed Weather March often sees fairly mixed weather – there could be wall-to-wall sunshine, or it could be wet and cool. As always, the resort towns in the south (Playa de las Americas, Costa Adeje etc.) see the sunniest weather, … Continued

Daytime High Temperatures Around the coast, daytime high temperatures range between about 20 and 27°C during April. Tenerife South Airport sees an average daytime maximum of 23.1°C at this time of year, while Santa Cruz sees an average high of … Continued

As spring turns into summer in Tenerife, the Las Cañadas del Teide see the blooming of the spectacular Red Tajinaste flowers (Echium wildpretii). These flowers can grow up to three meters tall and are best seen towards the end of … Continued

Daytime High Temperatures Summer has well and truly arrived in Tenerife by June with typical daytime maximums around the coast ranging between 23 and 30°C. Tenerife South Airport sees average daily highs of 25.4°C, while Santa Cruz sees average highs … Continued

Daytime Maximum Temperatures July is a fairly hot month in Tenerife – though it doesn’t usually experience the same kind of extreme heat suffered in Southern Mainland Spain at this time of year. The exception to this is when there … Continued

August is the hottest month of the year in Tenerife with hot days and warm nights. While the south tends to be very sunny, the northern slopes of the island are often affected by the Panza de burro phenomenon and … Continued

Still Summer in September? September is very much a summer month in Tenerife – in fact, it is the second hottest month of the year in the south (August is the hottest). This is also a good month to visit … Continued

Although there is a small risk of some bad weather (especially towards the end of the month), October is generally a great time of year to visit Tenerife. The days are still hot (warmer than June), but without the extreme … Continued

There is usually a distinct change in the seasons in late October or November, with slightly cooler days, and the the first evenings below 20 degrees Celsius. As always, the south is generally sunnier, so if you want to maximise … Continued

Temperatures continue to cool in December, though nighttime temperatures remain mild. There can be some mixed weather in December anywhere on the island, but the south of the island is your best bet for sun. Daytime Maximum Temperatures With daily … Continued