Is it sunbathing weather in Tenerife in January?

The sun shines strongly here, so in January in Tenerife at 23 degrees, for instance on the Costa Adeje, you'll get a proper summer day on the beach with sunbathing and swimming. So if you want to swap your fur coat for a T-shirt and your boots for flip flops, make sure you head to Tenerife in January.



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Tenerife weather in January Despite some cloudy spells there is usually 6 hours of sunshine per day - and with sea temperatures averaging 20 °C there is no reason you can't enjoy some time on the beach, even in winter.

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In January the weather in Tenerife is pretty good with an average temperature of 17°C and rarely falling below 14°C so it's decent t-shirt and beach weather. Of the times I've visited, at least 20, I've only seen rain once and that was in November.

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What is the weather like Tenerife in January? One of the top reasons for visiting the island is the year round warm weather. In January the weather in Tenerife is pretty good with an average temperature of 17°C and rarely falling below 14°C so it's decent t-shirt and beach weather.

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However, south Tenerife is great for a sunny holiday with a fun atmosphere – even in the winter months! Like Lanzarote and the other Canary Islands, the summer and winter temperatures in Tenerife only have about 8 degrees celsius/ 14 Fahrenheit difference, making it a fantastic winter sun destination.

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From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.

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Tenerife's Weather in January The hottest days reach up to 26°C and night temperatures going down to 13°C. An estimated 23mm of rainfall falls within 3.7 days of this month, with 18.2 of those days partially cloudy and an estimated 6.8 days sunny.

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Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winter The warmest Canary Island in winter is Tenerife. It boasts a warm climate all throughout the year, but in winter its temperatures are higher than the other islands.

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Crowds & costs The north of islands such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife will be colder and wetter than the south in January, so whilst tourism is low during the months you can expect to see less of other visitors in these parts of the Canary Islands.

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From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.

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Can you tan through clouds in Tenerife? A cloudy sky may not seem like the best choice for tanning, but it is still possible to tan! According to research and studies, around 90% of UV rays penetrate clouds, therefore reaching your skin.

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Costa Adeje weather January It has a subtropical climate, bringing warm weather all year round. Although January is winter in Costa Adeje, temperatures are still high and you can expect plenty of sunshine throughout the month.

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The cool season lasts for 4.4 months, from December 12 to April 23, with an average daily high temperature below 73°F. The coldest month of the year in Tenerife is February, with an average low of 60°F and high of 71°F.

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Tenerife is an all year round destination because of its subtropical climate since, it is located just 200km off the coast of Africa. It is most popular as a winter sun destination as there are not many other options in Europe for a sun holiday in winter.

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The high tourist season in Tenerife is in August (when schools are closed) but also around the Christmas and NYE holidays (when people escape winter from mainland Europe). If you visit in the other winter months you will find less crowds and cheaper prices.

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Temperatures in Tenerife are around 20°C in winter with lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife weather warms up again from March until May. You can expect a daily average of 22°C with eight hours of warm sunshine each day.

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The southern side of Tenerife is nearly always warmer and so might be the best spot to visit during the coldest month of the year.

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Areas to Avoid Because of its volcanic background, most beaches in Tenerife are volcanic with black sand which can be hot under the feet. If you're after a traditional sandy beach head to Los Cristianos and leave the southern resorts alone. Playa la Arena is also notorious for pickpockets.

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