Which part of Tenerife is warmest in winter?


Which part of Tenerife is warmest in winter? Tenerife weather in January 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.


Where is the warmest place in Tenerife in winter?

Tenerife is the hottest island in the Canary Islands archipelago in January and our recommended destination for the month. The warmest resorts in January are Los Cristianos, Playa de Las Americas, Costa Adeje and Puerto de Santiago.


Can you sunbathe in Tenerife in December?

Temperature in Tenerife in December Tenerife is a popular place for sun seekers in December with average maximum temperatures a pleasant 22.2 °C (70 °F) combined with about six hours of sunshine.


Which side of Tenerife is the hottest?

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.


Is North or South Tenerife warmer in February?

Tenerife's Weather in February 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. Tenerife gets 7 hours of sunshine per day at this time of year and sea temperatures go down to 20°C.


Which Canary Island is the warmest in winter?

Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the warmest islands in the Canaries during the months of December, January and February. What you need to keep in mind is that those temperatures refer only to the weather in Tenerife South and also the south of Gran Canaria.


Which side of Tenerife is better?

The south is more sunny, dryer and warmer than the north, which is why most holidaymakers opt for this part of the island. However, rainfall can also occur there, as the microclimate is still very different in the south.


Is it worth going to Tenerife in winter?

One of the top reasons for visiting the island is the year round warm weather. In January the weather in Tenerife is pretty good with an average temperature of 17°C and rarely falling below 14°C so it's decent t-shirt and beach weather.


Where 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.


Is Puerto de la Cruz hot in December?

The city has a subtropical climate, with warm weather all year round making this a great place to visit no matter which month you travel. December is the start of winter in Puerto de la Cruz, but temperatures are still mild with only a small amount of rain and plenty of sunshine expected through the month.


Which side of Tenerife is less 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.


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.


Which part of Tenerife is hottest in January?

HOTTEST CANARY ISLAND IN JANUARY: TENERIFE The warmest resorts in January are Los Cristianos, Playa de Las Americas, Costa Adeje and Puerto de Santiago.


Can you swim in Tenerife in January?

It's possible to swim in the sea at this time of year but it's generally a little too cool for most. The average sea temperature is 20 C.


Where is the warmest part of Tenerife in December?

Weather in Tenerife South in December The south of the island is always warmer and sunnier than the North, with fewer rainy days, especially during the winter months. Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje are the most popular resorts in the south if you're still wondering where to stay in Tenerife.


Is Costa Adeje warm in January?

The average temperature in Costa Adeje is a warm 18ºC in January, perfect for escaping the chilly UK winter. Highs reach 21ºC in the hottest part of the afternoon, so you can still look forward to relaxing on the beach at this time of year.


Is North or South Tenerife warmer?

Mount Teide is a dormant volcano in the middle of the island and divides the two halves. In the north, the climate is wetter and cooler, which means it attracts fewer tourists. The south has more sunshine and warmer temperatures. This southern half is also less windy with fewer clouds, which gives a hotter climate.


Is North Tenerife warm in December?

Temperature in Tenerife in December Tenerife is a popular place for sun seekers in December with average maximum temperatures a pleasant 22.2 °C (70 °F) combined with about six hours of sunshine.


Which Canary Island is sunniest at Christmas?

Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine! Sunny weather in the Canary Islands at Christmas, along with all the festive goodies?


Where is the hottest place to go in the Canary Islands in December?

Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.


Which part of Tenerife is best in winter?

However, south Tenerife is great for a sunny holiday with a fun atmosphere – even in the winter months! Like Lanzarote and the other Canary Islands, the summer and winter temperatures in Tenerife only have about 8 degrees celsius/ 14 Fahrenheit difference, making it a fantastic winter sun destination.


Is it colder in the north of Tenerife?

The north of the island will tend to be a few degrees cooler than the south, but plenty of sunshine is almost certain with 10 hours a day on average, though a few spots valley can still hold onto cloud well into summer, such as the Orotava valley.


Where to avoid in Tenerife?

Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.