Days are usually hot with balmy evenings, so visitors should pack light and cool clothing. The average daily maximum is 29 C and the average daily minimum is 20 C.
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The days are warm and sunny, although on some nights towards the end of the month, you might need to take a cardigan with you. In Tenerife South the daily mean temperature is 23.4°C in October, which is calculated as a mean between the average high temperature of 26.8°C and the average low of 20°C.
The average high temperature during November is 23ºC, so you can still look forward to some warm sunshine at this time. You should pack a warmer jumper for the evenings as, though it's not exactly cold, things do cool down a bit.
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.
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.
Wear sunscreenUsing a high factor sun cream is essential for protecting your skin from the sun, with SPF30 the recommended factor. Don't forget to wear sunscreen when you are outside even on overcast days as the sun's UV rays can penetrate through clouds.
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.
During October you can expect 11 hours of daylight with seven hours of sunshine each day. UV levels will be high so be careful at the hottest time of day and make sure you pack plenty of sun cream, while sunset's just before 8pm at the start of the month.
During October you can expect 11 hours of daylight with seven hours of sunshine each day. UV levels will be high so be careful at the hottest time of day and make sure you pack plenty of sun cream, while sunset's just before 8pm at the start of the month.
Tenerife weather in OctoberIt's still generally fairly dry in October, and while 17mm of rain is expected over the month it usually falls in short bursts of stormy days towards the end of the month. Most days are sunny, with 7 hours of sunshine a day.
October in Tenerife is a great time to visit as it's less touristy, so you will have more sites and activities to yourself. Not only is the island less busy, but the weather in Tenerife in October is also a bit cooler.
Wear sunscreenAlthough the glorious sunshine is one of the Canary Islands' main attractions, it's essential to be safe when soaking up the rays. During the summer months, the importance of sunscreen cannot be understated, as it helps keep ultraviolet rays - UVA and UVB - from damaging the skin.
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.
Most of Tenerife drinking tap water comes from desalinated sea water and doesn't have a good taste, it's fine for bathing or washing clothes, etc. For drinking, tea, coffee or ice always use bottled water. Some people experience upset tummies and other digestive problems that possibly are caused by the tap water.
What to be wary of in Tenerife? 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.
Overall, October is an incredible month to visit Tenerife. There are Tenerife things to do in October, whatever kind of holiday you are looking for. People who enjoy lounging on the beaches will find they are much quieter despite the weather still being warm enough to sunbathe.
Is it windy in Tenerife during October? You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during October. With warm air temperatures and high humidity, any breeze will feel warm but refreshing.