Tenerife weather in August

The hottest month, with warm nights and the busiest beaches. Expect average highs of 28.4°C, lows of 21.1°C, about 277 hours of sunshine and a sea temperature of 22–23°C in the south of the island.

Average high28.4°C
Average low21.1°C
Sunshine277 hrs
Rainy days0–1
Sea22–23°C
Sunset (mid-month)20:47

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

Hot and humid by Tenerife standards; the north and the hills are cooler escapes. Book water parks early.

Evenings out in August

Tropical nights above 20°C. Late shows and beach clubs are busy. Our August 2027 events page fills up as venues publish their line-ups.

Sunrise and sunset in August

DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
1 August07:3020:5813h 28m
15 August07:3720:4713h 10m
31 August07:4620:3112h 45m

For the best views, see our sunset spots guide.

What's on in Tenerife in August

See every show and event in August 2027 →

Useful guides for August

Tenerife Events 2027: The Festival and Fiesta Calendar Month by MonthTenerife events 2027: confirmed carnival and public holiday dates plus Corpus Christi, San Juan, Candelaria and other fiestas, with what's still unconfirmed.
Siam Park Tenerife: Tickets, Best Rides and How to Make the Most of Your DaySiam Park Tenerife guide: ticket prices, opening hours, the best slides, getting there by free bus and tips to beat the queues at Costa Adeje's water park.
Beach Clubs in Tenerife: Where to Spend the Day and the SunsetThe best-known beach clubs in Tenerife: Papagayo and Monkey Beach Club in Las Américas, Kaluna and HUSH in Costa Adeje, Le Club in Fañabé and Bahía Beach in Palm Mar — what to expect and prices.

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Questions fréquentes

Is Tenerife hot in August?

In the south of Tenerife, August averages a high of 28.4°C and a low of 21.1°C. The hottest month, with warm nights and the busiest beaches.

Can you swim in the sea in Tenerife in August?

Yes — the sea is pleasantly warm: around 22–23°C in August. Hotel pools are often heated in winter.

Does it rain in Tenerife in August?

The south averages 0–1 rainy days (1 mm or more) in August. The north of the island is wetter and cloudier all year.

What time is sunset in Tenerife in August?

In the south, the sun sets at about 20:58 on 1 August and 20:31 on 31 August (Tenerife time).

What should I wear in Tenerife in August in the evening?

Tropical nights above 20°C. Late shows and beach clubs are busy.