About Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The vibrant capital of Tenerife with stunning architecture and famous carnival
Quick Facts
Population
207,000
Area (km²)
150 km²
Sunny Days/Year
340 days
Beaches
2
Best Season
Year-round
Avg. Temperature
21°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 05:53
- Sunset
- 18:06
- Golden hour
- 17:35
- Blue hour
- 18:29
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
Best time to go
April – December
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 22° | 20° |
| Night | 17° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 18° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 21° | 19° | 18° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 25 | 25 | 22 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 23 | 32 | 33 |
| Rain days (days) | 5 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 9.6 | 10.4 | 11.2 | 11.8 | 12.6 | 13.3 | 12.9 | 12.1 | 11.6 | 10.6 | 9.7 | 9.5 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Santa Cruz de Tenerife month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
April – September
Driest month
August · 4%
Wettest month
November · 24%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 17% | 20% | 16% | 12% | 8% | 5% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 18% | 24% | 21% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 5 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, from our partner Stay22.
Top Attractions
Auditorio de Tenerife
Iconic wave-shaped concert hall designed by Santiago Calatrava, symbol of the city.
Book ticketsParque García Sanabria
Beautiful urban park with sculptures, exotic plants, and a historic clock tower.
Book ticketsMercado de Nuestra Señora de África
Vibrant market selling fresh produce, flowers, local cheeses, and traditional Canarian products.
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Things to do in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Tours and activities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tenerife is from March to May and September to November. These months offer ideal conditions for exploring Mount Teide, the beautiful beaches of the south, and the lush forests of the north. Temperatures are comfortable (21-26°C) with less crowds than peak summer months.
Climate Overview
Tenerife has a subtropical oceanic climate with distinct microclimates. The south is sunny and dry, perfect for beach holidays, while the north is greener with more rainfall. Mount Teide creates a unique alpine climate at higher elevations. Year-round temperatures range from 18-28°C along the coast.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 21° | 15° | 35 |
February | 21° | 15° | 30 |
March | 22° | 16° | 20 |
April | 23° | 16° | 15 |
May | 24° | 18° | 5 |
June | 26° | 20° | 2 |
July | 29° | 22° | 0 |
August | 29° | 23° | 2 |
September | 28° | 22° | 10 |
October | 26° | 20° | 25 |
November | 24° | 18° | 35 |
December | 22° | 16° | 40 |
Weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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