| Month | Average high / low (°C) | Average temperature (°C) | Rain (mm) | Daylight hours listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July | 27 / 21 | 25.0 | 0 | 337 |
| August | 28 / 22 | 25.5 | 2 | 319 |
| September | 28 / 21 | 24.9 | 7 | 253 |
Source: the tourist board's climate pages, based on figures from Spain's national weather service (read 7 November 2026). The board labels the last column "average monthly daylight hours".
What to expect
- South. The driest and hottest side. The yearly average in Adeje is about 24 °C, with roughly 300 sunny days. In Arona the board gives about 28 °C in summer.
- North. The trade winds keep the coast moist and cooler; Puerto de la Cruz stays between 15 and 22 °C all year, according to the board's municipality page.
- Garachico. Summer highs of 23 to 25 °C and lows of 19 to 21 °C.
- Teide. Summer sun is strong; the board advises sunscreen, a hat and water. The weather can change quickly, so bring a warm layer as well.
What to do in August
- Sea. Water sports and boat trips are at their best in the hot months for Los Gigantes: snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding and diving are listed there. See Los Gigantes, Tenerife boat trips and whale watching in Tenerife.
- Pools. The Garachico pools are especially popular in summer; watch the waves. See Garachico.
- Bavarian Week. Puerto de la Cruz lists a Bavarian week in late August; see Puerto de la Cruz.
- Teide in the morning. Take a warm layer for 3,555 m even in August. Tickets for the cable car are online only; see Teide cable car.
- Water parks. Siam Park tickets and Loro Parque tickets.
Cooler options in August
The national park is the obvious escape from the coast heat, with a cable car that rises from 2,356 m to 3,555 m in about 8 minutes; tickets are sold online only and can be changed free until 6:00 pm the day before. Vilaflor, at about 1,400 m, has a yearly range of roughly 10 to 20 °C; see Vilaflor. The north coast and Puerto de la Cruz, where the lowest listed temperature is 15 °C all year, are milder than the south. The Palmetum (10:00 to 18:00) and the Botanical Garden (9:00 to 18:00) are gardens for the middle of the day.
Where to stay in August
The south coast for beach and sea: where to stay in Costa Adeje, where to stay in Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas. The north (Puerto de la Cruz) is milder if you find 28 °C too warm. Compare rates by date in the Booking box.
Mistakes to avoid
- Hiking midday at altitude. The sun is strong and the board advises a hat and sun cream.
- Wearing only summer clothes on Teide.
- Swimming in El Caletón without looking at the waves.
- Booking the north for the hottest beach weather. The south has more sun hours.
FAQ
What is the weather in Tenerife in August?
Average highs of 28 °C and lows of 22 °C, with about 2 mm of rain (tourist board).
Is August too hot for Tenerife?
It is the hottest month in the tables, but the island's trade winds and the sea keep it moderate; the Los Gigantes area is often above 30 °C.
Are boat trips running in August?
Boat trips run all year; pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins live off the island all year.
Is there a festival?
Puerto de la Cruz lists a Bavarian week in late August.
The Tenerife Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
