Tenerife weather in February
Carnival month: dry, bright days around 22°C in the south. Expect average highs of 22°C, lows of 15°C, about 195 hours of sunshine and a sea temperature of 18–19°C in the south of the island.
Averages from AEMET (Tenerife South airport, 1981–2010), a good guide for Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje. Sun times are calculated for Los Cristianos in Tenerife time. For today's forecast see Tenerife weather today.
What the weather feels like
Similar to January, with slightly longer days. Good walking weather; the sea is refreshing rather than warm.
Evenings out in February
Mild but cool evenings — a layer is useful, especially at the carnival street parties, which run late. We already have 4 shows listed for February 2027, and more are added every day.
Sunrise and sunset in February
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 07:55 | 18:47 | 10h 52m |
| 15 February | 07:46 | 18:58 | 11h 12m |
| 28 February | 07:34 | 19:07 | 11h 33m |
For the best views, see our sunset spots guide.
What's on in Tenerife in February
- Virgen de la Candelaria, the island holiday on 2 February
- Santa Cruz carnival street parties and the Coso parade
- Puerto de la Cruz carnival, including the Mascarita Ponte Tacón high-heels race
See every show and event in February 2027 →
Useful guides for February
Weather in other months
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Preguntas frecuentes
Is Tenerife hot in February?
In the south of Tenerife, February averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C. Carnival month: dry, bright days around 22°C in the south.
Can you swim in the sea in Tenerife in February?
Yes, though the sea is refreshing rather than warm: around 18–19°C in February. Hotel pools are often heated in winter.
Does it rain in Tenerife in February?
The south averages 2 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February. The north of the island is wetter and cloudier all year.
What time is sunset in Tenerife in February?
In the south, the sun sets at about 18:47 on 1 February and 19:07 on 28 February (Tenerife time).
What should I wear in Tenerife in February in the evening?
Mild but cool evenings — a layer is useful, especially at the carnival street parties, which run late.