Tenerife Weather in May

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

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Adeje Playa de las Americas Puerto de la Cruz Icod de los Vinos

Considering a trip to Tenerife, Spain this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tenerife in May

Tenerife, Spain is a region in Spain. May in Tenerife generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Adeje.

For specific regional insights in Tenerife, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Acantilado de los Gigantes with an average of 5.5 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in El Médano with 25 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Adeje typically receives 274 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tenerife by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tenerife — and find the best time to visit. (based on Adeje)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March19°C (66°F) April19°C (66°F) May21°C (70°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August26°C (79°F) September25°C (77°F) October23°C (73°F) November21°C (70°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tenerife in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Tenerife, Spain?

Temperature range in Tenerife (May)

Precipitation variation in Tenerife (May)

Adeje

In May Adeje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Adeje →

Playa de las Americas

In May Playa de las Americas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa de las Americas →

Puerto de la Cruz

In May Puerto de la Cruz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto de la Cruz →

Icod de los Vinos

In May Icod de los Vinos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
8.5 mm (0.3 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Icod de los Vinos →

El Médano

In May El Médano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
229 hours
274 hours
299 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
25 mm (1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in El Médano →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Adeje 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Playa de las Americas 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Puerto de la Cruz 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Icod de los Vinos 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 8.5 mm (0.3 in)
El Médano 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Los Cristianos 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)

Tenerife weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Tenerife, Spain brings perfect weather. In Adeje, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Adeje averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

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

Not particularly. Adeje averages just 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Tenerife, Spain.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tenerife, Spain?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Tenerife, Spain. Typically, the climate in Adeje is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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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