What to actually expect from the climate — south coast vs north coast — every month of the year.
Tenerife's climate is a major reason to visit — but the brochure 'eternal spring' obscures real differences between coasts and seasons. Here's what to expect each month.
January. South 21°C / 16°C, sea 19°C. North 19°C / 14°C with occasional rain. Dry, sunny south, cooler cloudy north. Peak winter season.
February. South 21°C / 16°C, sea 19°C. Carnival energy in Santa Cruz. Almond blossom in the highlands. Stable weather.
March. South 23°C / 16°C, sea 19°C. Warming, longer days, less rain. One of the most pleasant months.
April. South 24°C / 17°C, sea 19°C. Easter holidays bring crowds; book ahead. Hiking conditions excellent.
May. South 25°C / 18°C, sea 20°C. Warm, dry, value-priced. Many regulars rate this the perfect month.
June. South 27°C / 20°C, sea 21°C. Trade winds steady, calima dust possible. North coast comes into its own.
July. South 29°C / 22°C, sea 22°C. Hot in the south, perfect in the north (26°C with breeze). Crowds building.
August. South 30°C / 23°C, sea 23°C. Peak European holidays. Hot south, lovely north. Highest hotel occupancy.
September. South 29°C / 22°C, sea 24°C. Sea at its warmest, crowds easing. The hidden best month.
October. South 27°C / 21°C, sea 24°C. Often considered the year's sweet spot. Excellent weather, low prices.
November. South 25°C / 19°C, sea 22°C. Highest annual rainfall (still only 35mm). Quiet, value, warm sea.
December. South 22°C / 17°C, sea 20°C. Christmas/NY peak crowds for two weeks; rest of month is great value.
