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Tenerife Island in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Tenerife Island in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Tenerife Island in August 2025

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Comfortable water
For those searching for an ideal August holiday with excellent weather, Tenerife Island is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +55°F. Expect about 25 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 2 mm of precipitation over 1 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Tenerife Island;

Average weather

☀️
+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
25 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tenerife Island has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Tenerife Island in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tenerife Island for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +55°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +66°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +55°F to +54°F.

Is Tenerife Island warm or cold in August?

Tenerife Island is typically mild in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +54°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +45°F to +46°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

August is the hottest month in Tenerife Island, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Tenerife Island in August

Water in Tenerife Island in August is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +75°F, with an average of +73°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +55°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Tenerife Island are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +75°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +67°F.

Can you swim in Tenerife Island in August?

The water in Tenerife Island in August is pretty comfortable (+73°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Tenerife Island in August

Tenerife Island weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+54°F+55°F+54°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+36°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+77°F+79°F+75°F
Rainfall
0 mm2 mm9 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F+73°F+75°F
Humidity
65%67%73%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
272515
Cloudy days
4510
Rainy days
015
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +54°F to +55°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 2 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 67%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 27 sunny days in July to 25 in August.

Next month (September) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Tenerife Island in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Tenerife Island is gradually decreasing during August, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Tenerife Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Tenerife Island is amazing in August with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tenerife Island wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 45 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Tenerife Island?

This is the weather in Tenerife Island in August 2023:
1 August
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+55°F
2 August
☁️
+57°F
3 August
☀️
+54°F
4 August
☀️
+53°F
5 August
☀️
+50°F
6 August
☀️
+51°F
7 August
☀️
+50°F
8 August
☀️
+51°F
9 August
☀️
+54°F
10 August
☀️
+56°F
11 August
☁️
+60°F
12 August
☁️
+66°F
13 August
☁️
+60°F
14 August
☁️
+58°F
15 August
☀️
+56°F
16 August
☀️
+55°F
17 August
☀️
+54°F
18 August
☀️
+55°F
19 August
☁️
+56°F
20 August
☁️
+61°F
21 August
☁️
+61°F
22 August
☁️
+57°F
23 August
☁️
+56°F
24 August
☁️
+55°F
25 August
☁️
+57°F
26 August
☀️
+56°F
27 August
☀️
+57°F
28 August
☀️
+53°F
29 August
☀️
+52°F
30 August
☀️
+55°F
31 August
☀️
+53°F
In August 2023 Tenerife Island had 18 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +55°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Tenerife Island climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Tenerife Island in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+44°F) and the highest in 2017 (+57°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 44 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 579 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tenerife Island in August:

Is August a good time to visit Tenerife Island?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Tenerife Island, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Tenerife Island.

Can you sunbathe in Tenerife Island in August?

August has mild temperatures in Tenerife Island. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Tenerife Island in August?

Yes, the water temperature in Tenerife Island in August is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +73°F.

Is Tenerife Island rainy in August?

Tenerife Island is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Tenerife Island in August?

Yes, Tenerife Island is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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Monthly weather in Tenerife Island

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tenerife Island, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.