Tenerife · May
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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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Tenerife: only 1 rain day, 24°C (75°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 18°C (64°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 6 mm (0.2 in) total. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Spring in Tenerife: the north with its laurel forests is lush and green, the banana plantations are in bloom and visitor numbers in the south stay moderate. La Laguna and Garachico invite you to wander before the summer waves roll in.
Packing list for Tenerife in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Tenerife?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Tenerife (Climate Score: 90/100). Pleasant temperatures (24°C (75°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 May?
- In May, Tenerife sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 18°C (64°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F).
- How much rain falls in Tenerife in May?
- In May, Tenerife receives an average of 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Tenerife get in May?
- Tenerife averages 8 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Tenerife in May?
- Water temperature in Tenerife in May averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
