Best time to visit Tenerife
The best time to visit Tenerife is June, July and August — the warmest, driest and sunniest months. The sea is warm enough to swim (≥21°C) from June to November, and Tenerife stays mild all year, from highs around 21.0°C in January to 29.0°C in August.
Tenerife weather month by month
| Month | Average high | Sea temperature | Rainy days | Sunshine hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.0° | 20.1° | 4.2 | 178 |
| February | 21.2° | 19.4° | 3.8 | 186 |
| March | 22.1° | 19.3° | 3.8 | 221 |
| April | 22.7° | 19.5° | 2.4 | 237 |
| May | 24.1° | 20.1° | 0.9 | 282 |
| June★ | 26.2° | 21.1° | 0.2 | 306 |
| July★ | 28.7° | 22.0° | 0.0 | 337 |
| August★ | 29.0° | 22.8° | 0.3 | 319 |
| September | 28.1° | 23.7° | 0.9 | 253 |
| October | 26.3° | 23.6° | 3.1 | 222 |
| November | 24.1° | 22.3° | 4.7 | 178 |
| December | 22.1° | 20.8° | 5.4 | 168 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tenerife?
June, July and August offer the best balance of warm, dry and sunny weather on Tenerife.
Is Tenerife good to visit in winter?
Yes. Tenerife stays mild in winter, with January highs around 21.0°C and a sea near 20.1°C — one of Europe's top winter-sun spots.
When is it hottest in Tenerife?
August, with average daytime highs of 29.0°C.
Data source: AEMET © Agencia Estatal de Meteorología · Monthly climate averages use published, island-specific sources and reference periods. See the source list in our methodology. Last reviewed 2026-06-12.