Weather in Tenerife in September

How September compares

September is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Tenerife and ranks 84th of 134 destinations we compare for September - see where else is hot in September. Within Spain it is 59th of 87 (Spain in September). Against London's average high of 18.6°C in September, Tenerife is 6.8°C warmer by day and 9.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in September

The typical September day in Tenerife peaks at 25.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.1°C or more. Roughly 1 in 2 days top 25°C and 1 in 25 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.4°C; one night in ten drops to 18.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day here reached 37.4°C (2005-09-04) and the coldest night 16.7°C (1993-09-11).

Rain in September

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 3 days with 1 mm or more, 11 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest September was 2009 with 35 mm, the driest 2003 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 76%.

Sea temperature in September

The sea averages 23.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 23.1°C to 24.5°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:52 and sets about 20:12 local time in mid-September. Average cloud cover is 24%.

Is September a good time to visit Tenerife?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Tenerife on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm enough for summer clothes, but not constantly hot

September still feels like a summer month in Tenerife, but the figures do not suggest relentless heat. Days reach 25°C around 49% of the time, while only 4% reach 30°C. That makes it a reasonable choice if you like warmth but do not want very hot afternoons to be the norm. Humidity averages 76%, so loose, breathable clothes are a better bet than heavy fabrics, and shade may appeal at midday. Evenings usually stay warm enough for light clothing, although cooler nights can fall to around 18°C or below. Bring a light extra layer if you tend to feel chilly when sitting outside after dark.

Plenty of outdoor time, with room for a shower

Rain is unlikely to dominate your plans: September averages about 3 rainy days, so it makes sense to prioritise outdoor time while keeping plans flexible if a shower arrives. That is not a promise of an entirely dry stay, and a compact waterproof is a sensible precaution rather than the focus of your packing. Sunshine averages about 9.2 hours within 12.2 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of scope for swimming and relaxed time outside. Keep sun protection handy and use shade when the afternoon feels too warm. If you prefer being active in cooler conditions, aim for earlier or later in the day rather than midday.