Tenerife weather in September

Still summer-hot, with the warmest sea of the year. Expect average highs of 27.9°C, lows of 21.1°C, about 213 hours of sunshine and a sea temperature of 23–24°C in the south of the island.

Average high27.9°C
Average low21.1°C
Sunshine213 hrs
Rainy days1
Sea23–24°C
Sunset (mid-month)20:14

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 days and the warmest water — the best month for swimming and snorkelling.

Evenings out in September

Warm evenings and quieter resorts once the school holidays end. Our September 2027 events page fills up as venues publish their line-ups.

Sunrise and sunset in September

DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
1 September07:4620:3012h 44m
15 September07:5220:1412h 21m
30 September07:5919:5611h 56m

For the best views, see our sunset spots guide.

What's on in Tenerife in September

See every show and event in September 2027 →

Useful guides for September

Music Festivals and Concerts in Tenerife: The Year at a GlanceTenerife music festivals and concerts: the Canary Islands Music Festival, Mueca, Phe Festival, Canarias Jazz & Más, Auditorio de Tenerife, summer festivals and where to find tickets.
Puerto de la Cruz Carnival: Dates, Events and the Mascarita Ponte TacónPuerto de la Cruz carnival guide: when it happens, the famous Mascarita Ponte Tacón high-heels race, parades, the summer carnival in September, and tips for visiting.
Tenerife sea temperature by monthTenerife sea temperature by month: around 18–19°C in late winter and spring, up to 23–24°C in September and October. Plus where the water is warmest and safest.

Weather in other months

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tenerife hot in September?

In the south of Tenerife, September averages a high of 27.9°C and a low of 21.1°C. Still summer-hot, with the warmest sea of the year.

Can you swim in the sea in Tenerife in September?

Yes — the sea is pleasantly warm: around 23–24°C in September. Hotel pools are often heated in winter.

Does it rain in Tenerife in September?

The south averages 1 rainy day (1 mm or more) in September. The north of the island is wetter and cloudier all year.

What time is sunset in Tenerife in September?

In the south, the sun sets at about 20:30 on 1 September and 19:56 on 30 September (Tenerife time).

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

Warm evenings and quieter resorts once the school holidays end.