Is Tenerife very windy?


Is Tenerife very windy? Tenerife is not a particularly windy island, although there may be times when the wind is stronger. So, if you want to hit the waves with your surfboard, you can find numerous beaches on the north coast and a few on the south that are perfect for water sports.


Which is the windiest Canary Island?

As its name suggests, Fuerteventura (strong winds) is a windy island, making it ideal for surfers and windsurfers. The best wind season for water sports lovers is between June and October.


Where is the nicest part of Tenerife?

Best Areas in Tenerife
  • Playa de las Américas – resort area with a beach, city & nightlife ???
  • Costa Adeje – best area for luxury hotels & tranquil ambiance ??
  • El Médano – intriguing area with bohemian vibes & surf-spots ?????
  • Puerto de la Cruz – charming area close to beautiful nature ???


Which is hotter Tenerife or Turkey?

Although the weather is normally good in Tenerife in Sepember, I would say the weather in Turkey is hotter. Length of flight times are around the same, although depending who you fly with you may get a better time of flight with one or the other.


Which part of Tenerife is not windy?

Tenerife South is less windy than the eastern coast, so staying in Los Cristianos, Las Americas, Costa Adeje, Playa San Juan, Playa Paraiso, La Caleta or Caleta Salvaje will be considerably less windy than El Medano, Punta del Hidalgo or Bajamar for example.


Does it get cold at night in Tenerife?

Temperatures in Tenerife are around 20°C in winter with lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife weather warms up again from March until May. You can expect a daily average of 22°C with eight hours of warm sunshine each day.


Is the sea around Tenerife warm?

The graph below shows the range of monthly Santa Cruz de Tenerife water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data. The warmest water temperature is in September with an average around 74.7°F / 23.7°C. The coldest month is March with an average water temperature of 66.6°F / 19.2°C.


Why are the Canary Islands so windy?

The Trade Winds The wind in the Canary Islands blows from north to south almost every day. This brings cool air from the North Atlantic and keeps the Canary Islands climate within the pleasant range. The Winds also blow away any cumulus clouds that form via evaporation away and keep the skies blue.


Which is the sunniest side of Tenerife?

While the rain can be fairly unpredictable, the south of the island will usually be drier and see the most sunshine, and may be the best area to visit at this time of year.


Are there mosquitoes in Tenerife?

There are mosquitoes on Tenerife but not a lot. You will find them more in some areas than others, and importantly, they only appear at cer-tain times of the year. Tenerife fans often visit the island at the same time each year. If that happens to be at time when there aren't mossies, then they will never see one.


What months are windy in Tenerife?

Wind in Tenerife during the summer and winters seasons
  • Least windy months to visit Tenerife: December, January, February (winter season)
  • Most windy months in Tenerife: June, July, August (summer season)


Why is it so windy in Tenerife?

The Coriolis Effect in combination with high pressure causes trade winds to move from east to west, providing a cool breeze in the northeast of the island. Consequently, north Tenerife is more humid with heavier rainfall, while the south stays hot and sunny most of the time.


Is it safe to drink tap water in Tenerife?

Can you drink the tap water in Tenerife? People in the Canary Islands tend to buy bottled water because much of the tap water here is desalinated sea water – it's safe to drink but not particularly pleasant taste-wise.


Why is the air quality so bad in Canary Islands?

Calima, also known as haze, describes the effect of sand or dust when it is suspended in the atmosphere. Given the Canary Islands' proximity to northwestern Africa (Fuerteventura is only 100km from the Moroccan coastline), the Atlantic archipelago experiences by far the most common episodes of calima across Spain.


Which side of Tenerife is warmer?

The southern side of Tenerife is nearly always warmer and so might be the best spot to visit during the coldest month of the year.


Which is better Tenerife or Gran Canaria?

Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.


What is the best month to go to Tenerife?

January is peak cold and wet time in Tenerife, if you want to avoid the wettest month but equally not suffer high temperatures or high prices the best time for you to go is between March and June.