The month in detail
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Tenerife enjoys 68°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain risk remains low (13% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Tenerife. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Tenerife is July (9.5/10), 1.7 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Tenerife
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 79°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 68°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 17%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Tenerife ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 7.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.46°N · 16.25°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tenerife?
July is the best month with 77°F highs, 68°F lows, 11.2h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tenerife get in July?
Tenerife averages 11.2 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tenerife?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tenerife in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 68°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Tenerife good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tenerife scores 7.3/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Tenerife?
January is the most difficult month to visit Tenerife, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tenerife in January?
In January, the sea averages 69°F in Tenerife: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tenerife in January?
The average UV index reaches 5 in January in Tenerife (moderate), with about 10.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.