What's the weather going to be like in Tenerife in February?
What's the weather going to be like in Tenerife in February? Like January, February is one of the coldest months of the year, with temperatures a mean daily maximum of 22°C. Tenerife South is much warmer than the North. An estimated 24mm of rainfall falls within 3.8 days of this month, with 18 of those days partially cloudy and an estimated 5.6 days sunny.
Which is better in February Tenerife or Gran Canaria?
In February, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria enjoy average temperatures of 18°C, with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife is slightly cooler at this time of the year, with an average temperature of 16°C.
Are restaurants open in Tenerife in February?
Although Tenerife has low seasons, it has no 'off season' and places are generally open all year.
Which Canary island is hottest in February?
Gran Canaria is the hottest island in February, remaining warm long into the evening. You'll be grateful for that extra degree if you like moonlit strolls by the seafront.
Is Tenerife still hot in February?
Warm sunny days are the default even in February at Tenerife, with temperatures reaching 21.4°C. There are quite large regional variations - low lying and southern locations will see the best conditions, but areas at altitude such as Mount Teide will struggle to get into the double digits.
Which part of Tenerife is best in February?
FAQ about the warmest places in winter in the Canary Islands The south of Tenerife and the south of Gran Canaria, especially Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan, are the sunniest places in the Canary Islands in the months of December, January and February.
Is Tenerife cold at night in February?
Average daily temperatures It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 22 C and the average daily minimum is 15 C.
Do you need sunscreen in Tenerife in February?
In February, Tenerife offers warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Rainfall is minimal during this month, making it a great time to visit. Remember to pack light clothes and sunscreen for your trip.
What clothes to wear in Tenerife in February?
From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.
Can you go swimming in Tenerife in February?
After cooling down during the winter months, ocean temperatures sit around 18-19 degrees on average, though again, you can expect slightly warmer water along the southern resorts. Head to Los Gigantes, Los Cristianos, or Costa Adeje if you're keen to take a dip.
Is it expensive to eat out in Tenerife?
Eating out doesn't have to be expensive in Tenerife (although you can definitely find some restaurants suitable for fine dining and even Michelin stars restaurants). Menu del Dia in Santa Cruz de Tenerife - starting at 7.5€, including a starter, main dish, and drink.
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.
Are there mosquitoes in Tenerife in February?
There are mosquitoes, of course. More in the north where it's generally wetter. But they're not really a major problem, and there's no real season as such, since temperatures are pretty stable all year round (particularly on the south coast).
Which is the best Canary Island in February?
HOTTEST CANARY ISLAND IN FEBRUARY: GRAN CANARIA In February we recommend Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan as the hottest and dryest places in the Canary Islands. Fuerteventura, although not exactly the warmest, does get the least amount of precipitation during the month of February, which is why we also recommend it.
Does it rain much in Tenerife in February?
Rain is most likely between November and February, but the average six hours of daily sunshine and average peak temperatures above 21 °C. August is when most tourists visit. At any time of year Tenerife can experience Calima – a hot and dusty wind with origins in the Sahara.
Which is the coldest Canary Island in February?
In February, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria enjoy average temperatures of 18°C, with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife is slightly cooler at this time of the year, with an average temperature of 16°C. If you want to swim in the sea, the water is still a reasonably cool 18°C.
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.
What is the cheapest month to go to Tenerife?
Cheaper times The cheapest months include March, April, May (excluding the Easter period), October and November. The temperature in Tenerife rarely dips below 18°C in these months, so sightseeing, hiking and other activities are all still possible – and there will be fewer people on the beaches.
Is Tenerife closer to Africa or Spain?
It was the last of the Canary Islands to fall to Spain in 1496 and subsequently became an important trading centre. Although part of the European Union, the Canary Islands are physically closer to Africa, with Tenerife lying just 300km off the coast of Morocco.