El Tanque weather LIVE

▲ 604 m above sea level

Right now El Tanque (604 m) is Nuboso con lluvia, with a daytime high of 28° and a low of 21°, and a UV index of 9. Snow is forecast above 3500 m.

El Tanque · Tenerife · 604 m above sea level 28° Nuboso con lluvia · low 21°

UV index 9

Feels like 33°C

Wind SE 15 km/h

Snow line 3500 m

3-day forecast for El Tanque

Today

28° / 21° UV 9

3500 m

Tomorrow

27° / 19° UV 9

Mo 7

28° / 20° UV 9

Snow in El Tanque

Snow is currently forecast above 3500 m around El Tanque. When the snow line drops in winter, the peaks of Tenerife can turn white while the coast stays warm — one of the Canaries' rarest and most photographed sights.

Nearest beaches to El Tanque

Heading down to the coast? These are the closest beaches to El Tanque, with today's sea temperature and sky.

Tenerife climate in September

Across Tenerife in September, expect around 28.1° by day and 23.7° in the sea, with about 0.9 rainy days. Inland and higher up, like El Tanque, days run a little cooler and nights noticeably colder.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there snow in El Tanque?

El Tanque sits at 604 m. Snow is rare and usually limited to the highest peaks (such as Mount Teide and Roque de los Muchachos) in winter — check the live snow line above for today's forecast.

What should I wear in El Tanque?

At 604 m, El Tanque is several degrees cooler than the coast, especially after sunset, so bring layers. The UV index is strong at altitude, so sun protection matters even when it feels cool.

Is El Tanque good for stargazing?

Yes. The Canary Islands have exceptionally clear, dark skies, and at 604 m El Tanque sits above much of the cloud and light pollution, making clear nights excellent for stargazing.