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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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.
Tenerife weather in JanuaryDespite 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.
Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winterThe daily average temperature in winter is generally between 20 and 25 degrees celsius, which makes it attractive for those looking to escape the winter chill. The winter warmth can be explained by its geographic position.
Tenerife's Weather in JanuaryThe 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.
Gran Canaria is the hottest of the islands in January. In summer the difference of one or two degrees may not be significant, but in winter every bit of extra heat and sunshine is highly valuable.
As a winter destination, the Canary Islands tend to attract European travelers to Canary beaches for one last taste of summer before they go back home to freezing weather. The overall temperature stays between 8°C and 14°C, which is ideal for golfers and swimmers.
Costa Adeje weather JanuaryIt 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.
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.
The average high temperature in Cyprus during January is 17ºC, although things can get quite chilly at night so bring some warmer clothes for the evenings. The typical sea temperature's 18ºC, while humidity's low.
Andalucia is the hottest part of Spain in winter. It's the best bet for a warm honeymoon destination in Europe for couples who choose to marry in winter. Between November and February, most of the places we mention here maintain a sunny outlook. Making it ideal for a beach holiday.
Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.
Areas to AvoidBecause 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.
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.
In the coldest month – January – the typical maximum temperature ranges from 12 to 20 °C (54 to 68 °F) during the day and the minimum from 6 to 12 °C (43 to 54 °F) at night.
Cheating winter is possible in the Canary Islands, where you usually have temperatures above 20°C during the day and the sun will still shine bright for many hours, making it possible for you to get a tan, even in January.
The average high temperature in Lanzarote during January is 21ºC, making it a great place to go to for winter sun. You'll definitely need your beach gear and swimmers for the days, but as temperatures cool to 13ºC at night you should pack some warmer clothes for the evenings.
Although the weather is normally good in Tenerife in Sepember, I would say the weather in Turkey is hotter. Length of flight times are around the same, although depending who you fly with you may get a better time of flight with one or the other.
While the rain can be fairly unpredictable, the south of the island will usually be drier and see the most sunshine, and may be the best area to visit at this time of year.