The month in detail
What to expect in September
Autumn in Tenerife is often underrated: 79°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Tenerife.
September ranks 4 out of 12 months in Tenerife. Compared to August: −1.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in September
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is September the right month?
The best month in Tenerife is July (9.5/10), 0.4 pt higher than September.
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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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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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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 September?
In September, the sea averages 77°F in Tenerife: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tenerife in September?
The average UV index reaches 7 in September in Tenerife (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.