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Tenerife Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Tenerife.
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Climate overview of Tenerife
Tenerife Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tenerife - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Tenerife
The climate in Tenerife remains fairly constant, offering pleasant temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in September, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C (66°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) in September to around 16°C (61°F) during February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tenerife
Tenerife typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 296 mm (12 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 12 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Tenerife Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Tenerife
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tenerife. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.1 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Tenerife
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 19°C (66°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in September.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Tenerife by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tenerife.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 66%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Tenerife
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Tenerife in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in January and February.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
very good
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: July, August, September and October
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewest rainy days: June, July, August and September
- Best for swimming: May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall for most of the year
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Tenerife
What is the best time to visit Tenerife?
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Tenerife. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions. Tenerife has very little rainfall for most of the year.
What temperatures can I expect in Tenerife?
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in February to 24°C (75°F) in September. Nighttime lows range from 16°C (61°F) to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Tenerife get?
Annual rainfall is around 296 mm (12 in). December is the wettest month with 40 mm (1.6 in), while August is the driest with 12 mm (0.5 in).
How sunny is Tenerife?
Tenerife receives around 2,848 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 334 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 171 hours. Overall, Tenerife enjoys abundant sunshine.
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