Tenerife Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tenerife, Spain in January.

Planning a getaway to Tenerife, Spain this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tenerife in January

Tenerife, Spain is a region in Spain. January in Tenerife generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Teide National Park at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Taganana at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Taganana and 11°C (52°F) in Teide National Park. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Tenerife, Spain that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To explore the conditions in Tenerife, Spain in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Buenavista del Norte with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in El Médano with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Adeje gets approximately 180 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Tenerife by month

Best Places to Visit in Tenerife in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tenerife.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tenerife

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Tenerife, Spain?

Temperature range in Tenerife (January)

Precipitation variation in Tenerife (January)

Adeje

In January Adeje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Playa de las Americas

In January Playa de las Americas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Puerto de la Cruz

In January Puerto de la Cruz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Icod de los Vinos

In January Icod de los Vinos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

El Médano

In January El Médano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Spain January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Spain dropped to -12°C (10°F) in Madrid on January 12, 2021.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Spain was -3°C (27°F) in San Sebastián on January 8, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tenerife in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Adeje 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Puerto de la Cruz 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Icod de los Vinos 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
El Médano 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Los Cristianos 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Tenerife weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tenerife, Spain in January?

Expect perfect weather across Tenerife, Spain in January. The popular destination of Adeje averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tenerife, Spain in January?

In Adeje, the average daytime high in January is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Tenerife, Spain get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Adeje averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Tenerife, Spain.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tenerife, Spain?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Tenerife, Spain with overall perfect weather in Adeje. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Tenerife, Spain is in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Adeje.

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