Does Tenerife have clear water?

Playa La Arena is the best beach in Tenerife and is located on the south coast of the island. The entire area is about 3km long and has several small coves that you can explore. The sand is pristine white and the water crystal clear. There are many facilities on this beach so it's a great place to hang out all day!



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In the list of beaches, Torviscas beach is among those with the cleanest water. It is located in Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz and has calm waters and is perfect for swimming. With unique beach umbrellas, Torviscas is ideal for relaxation, especially during sunny weather.

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Tenerife is a stunning holiday destination with all year round sunshine. The climate is perfect for open water swimming in the Tenerife sea, where average air temperatures range between 17 C and 24 C with sea temperatures rarely dropping far below 20 C.

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Gran Canary Island enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year, making it an excellent place for beach lovers who want to spend their days basking in the sun or exploring Gran Canary's beautiful beaches. Gran Canaria is a volcanic island with over 155 miles of beaches and clear blue waters.

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Dive into Lanzarote's crystal clear waters, dig your toes into Tenerife's wide golden sand arcs, stare in disbelief at Gran Canaria's gargantuan sand dunes and fall in love with Fuerteventura's flawless sheltered coves…

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The climate is perfect for open water swimming in the Tenerife sea, where average air temperatures range between 17 C and 24 C with sea temperatures rarely dropping far below 20 C.

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The graph below shows the range of monthly Santa Cruz de Tenerife water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data. The warmest water temperature is in September with an average around 74.7°F / 23.7°C. The coldest month is March with an average water temperature of 66.6°F / 19.2°C.

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The island's climate is considered the best in the world. The Canary Islands are also the only European resort where you can swim most months of the year, as the water temperature in Tenerife never drops below 19 degrees Celsius, thanks to the warm currents of the Gulf Stream.

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Volcanic activity and lava flow left behind dark-hued rocks, cliffs and minerals, and erosion over time has broken these down to form black sand. Whether on the touristed west coast or in the more remote north, all the natural beaches in Tenerife are covered in either black sand or pebbles.

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Avoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.

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Four idyllic beaches with crystal-clear waters
  • Berellín beach in Val de San Vicente, Cantabria. Berellín Beach, Cantabria. ...
  • View of Cala Culip in Girona (Catalonia) © José Luis Gargomo. Cala Culip, Girona. ...
  • Ses Illetes beach in Formentera, Balearic Islands. Ses Illetes beach, Formentera. ...
  • La Rijana beach in Granada, Andalusia.


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The Top 5 Pink Sand Beaches in Tenerife El Bollullo Beach: famous for its volcanic sand and crystal-clear waters. Las Gaviotas Beach: a secluded and peaceful environment for relaxation. El Confital Beach: features a unique rocky terrain and pristine waters.

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Tenerife is a popular tourist destination because of its year round sunshine, beautiful beaches and bustling nightlife.

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The crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean around Tenerife and the Canary Islands are internationally known for their quality and temperatures of 70 degrees. Filled with a rich diversity of marine life, the island is an undersea paradise for experienced or first time divers.

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January is peak cold and wet time in Tenerife, if you want to avoid the wettest month but equally not suffer high temperatures or high prices the best time for you to go is between March and June.

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There are mosquitoes on Tenerife but not a lot. You will find them more in some areas than others, and importantly, they only appear at cer-tain times of the year. Tenerife fans often visit the island at the same time each year. If that happens to be at time when there aren't mossies, then they will never see one.

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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.

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Tenerife is a stunning holiday destination with all year round sunshine. The climate is perfect for open water swimming in the Tenerife sea, where average air temperatures range between 17 C and 24 C with sea temperatures rarely dropping far below 20 C.

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Tap water in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria comes from Reverse Osmosis sea water purification. It is technically drinkable, meaning it's not poisonous or infected. This can be said for all tap water on the island (and other canary islands with exceptions).

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You can snorkel at over 100 spots spread over the seven main Canary Islands. You can see angel sharks, rays, barracudas, parrotfish, damselfish and a mix of sub-tropical and European species.

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