Tenerife · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)31 (88) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 15° (59°)12– (54–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)19– (66–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)13– (55–)20 (68) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 6h | 6h | 6h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 4d49mm (1.9") | 5d52mm (2.0") | 4d38mm (1.5") | 2d17mm (0.7") | 1d6mm (0.2") | 0d4mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 0d7mm (0.3") | 3d36mm (1.4") | 5d53mm (2.1") | 4d47mm (1.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is among the best months in Tenerife: only 1 rain day, 29°C (84°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), cooling to 22°C (72°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 7 mm (0.3 in) total. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Peak season: the south around Playa de las Américas runs around the clock, while the north around Puerto de la Cruz stays a little quieter and greener. Trade-wind clouds regularly bank up against Teide — drive up to 2,100 metres (6,890 ft) and you look down on a sea of clouds.
Packing list for Tenerife in August
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Tenerife?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Tenerife (Climate Score: 96/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C (84°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Tenerife in August?
- In August, Tenerife sees daily highs of 29°C (84°F). Nights cool to 22°C (72°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in Tenerife in August?
- In August, Tenerife receives an average of 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Tenerife get in August?
- Tenerife averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Tenerife in August?
- Water temperature in Tenerife in August averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
