Tenerife climate and temperatures

Climate type
Mediterranean
Best time to visit
September – November
Avg. temperature
14°C – 30°C
Annual rainfall
600 mm
Warmest month
August (35°C)
Coldest month
January (11°C)
Driest month
July (22 mm)
Wettest month
October (84 mm)

The climate of Tenerife is a hot semi-arid (steppe) climate (Köppen: BSh), hot with low precipitation. Monthly temperatures range from a minimum of 20°C in winter (December–February) to a maximum of 29°C in summer (June–August). The average annual temperature is around 24°C.

During the winter months, nighttime temperatures can drop to an average of 10°C, while summer nights average around 19°C.

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Climate table of Tenerife

The climate table below gives you a clear overview of the climate in Tenerife by month, from average temperatures and rainfall to UV levels. This makes it easy to see when the weather best suits your travel plans.

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Temp. max (°C) 14 16 17 19 23 27 30 30 27 23 18 16
Temp. min (°C) 6 7 9 11 15 19 22 22 19 15 10 7
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Rainfall (mm) 46 34 46 64 43 23 22 75 77 84 61 25
UV index 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 8 6 5 4 4

Best time to visit Tenerife

The best time to visit Tenerife is April, May, June, July, August en September. During this period, temperatures are usually pleasant to warm and there is relatively little rainfall. Between April and September, average high temperatures range roughly from 22°C to 27°C, while rainfall remains limited. For a sun or beach holiday, July, August en September are the most suitable months. It is often warm to hot and relatively dry during this time. For a city trip, round trip, or active holiday, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October en December are often more comfortable, as it is warm without the heat becoming too intense. The warmest month is August, with an average daytime temperature of around 29°C. The driest month is July, with about 2 mm of rainfall, while November is usually the wettest month of the year, with approximately 50 mm. Snow plays virtually no role in the climate here.

Average temperature per month

This chart shows the average daytime (maximum) and nighttime (minimum) temperatures per month in Tenerife. The figures are based on climate data from recent years and are presented in degrees Celsius, so you can clearly see the temperature range for each month.

Average rainfall per month

This chart shows the average monthly rainfall in Tenerife. The figures are based on long-term climate data and are displayed in millimeters, so you can immediately see which months are drier or wetter.

Average UV index per month

This chart shows the average monthly sun intensity in Tenerife. The UV index ranges from 0 (no UV radiation) to 11+ (extreme). A higher UV index means you can burn more quickly, making proper sun protection increasingly important.

Average annual temperature

This chart shows the average annual temperature in Tenerife based on data from the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how the climate is evolving and whether there are clear warming trends.

Average annual rainfall

This chart shows the average annual rainfall in Tenerife over the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how much rain falls each year and whether there are clear fluctuations between the years.

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Average weather per month

Click on a month below and discover what the weather in Tenerife is typically like. For each period, you can instantly see the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index. Thanks to years of historical weather data, you’ll know exactly what to expect during your trip.