What's the Weather like in Golf del Sur in September
With the fall equinox approaching, where the daytime and night are equal, and it is a traditional season of change, one will not notice transitions if the Canary Island weather is an indicator. Like the rest of the year, conditions are perfect.
Temperature
September weather in Golf del Sur, Tenerife, remains ideal for holidaymakers. The average temperature is 25ºC (76ºF) with an average high of 28ºC (82ºF) and an average low of 21ºC (70ºF).
Humidity
The dew point, a better measurement of comfort, remains a steady 17ºC (59ºF), considered okay on the comfort chart. The relative humidity jumps to 62%. The record high temperature on September 1st was 30.5ºC (87ºF) in 2002, and the record low was 20ºC (68ºF); not much of a hardship.
Rainfall
Rainfall is still minimal with only two days of precipitation, amounting to just 6mm accumulation. The winds only slightly decrease, falling from 14 mph at the beginning of the month to about 12 mph by the end, with gusts falling from 24 mph to 19 mph.
Average Sunshine Hours & Sea Temperature
Sunshine hours decreases by an hour to 12, while the sea temperature is unchanged from the previous month at 23ºC (73ºF). The skies are clear or mostly clear 40% of the time a partly cloudy or mostly cloudy 32% of the time, while the rest is undetermined.
Golf del Sur is a year around destination so the accommodationshops, hotels, and the wonderful restaurants remain open. Blessed by perfect weather, all the activities of Tenerife, whether strolling on the beach promenades, hiking the trails of Mt. Teide, dining on a terrace, and, of course, golf, remain possible.
Golf del Sur Hotels in September
Regency Country Club
The Regency Country Club, with its stone and marble Asian theme, in Playa de las Americas, is a full service luxury resort built around an infinity pool with a view of the Atlantic Ocean and La Gomera, another Canary island, in the distance. There are both rooms and apartments complete with fully equipped kitchenettes and four-poster beds. Other features include a year round outdoor pool with its swim up bar, a fitness center, game room, and sauna. There are two restaurants, including the gourmet La Estancia which features live jazz.
Bahia Princess
The Bahia Princess, just yards from Playa Fanabe beach in Adeje, boasts three outdoor swimming pools, several bars and restaurants, an entertainment programme including lives shows, a disco, and a kid's club; and sports facilities. Each room has a balcony or terrace. This full service resort offers room service, packed lunches for excursions, 24-hour front desk, babysitting, and laundry services.
El Madano Hotel
The modern El Medano Hotel, on the beach in El Medano, has a two-story sun terrace forming a jetty, surrounded by the ocean. The bright rooms each have a private balcony with either an ocean or pool view. There are four terraces facing Red Mountain across the bay. Packed lunches for day trips, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour desk are all available.
Hotel Rural Senderos de Abona
The Hotel Rural Senderos de Abona, in Granadilla, is a charming hotel located in the former post office, beside the church. Located in this rural village, surrounded by lush vegetation, the hotel features traditional furniture, high wooden beams, and parquet floors. There is an outdoor pool, sun deck, solarium, bicycle rental, and library, plus a restaurant and bar.
Beach in Golf del Sur for September
Playa de Benijo
Playa de Benijo is probably the best beach on the island, well worth the drive north on the island to reach it. It is a remote, but beautiful setting, off the beaten path for those wishing solitude and escape from the usual tourist destinations.
Bars and Restaurants
El Rinconcito de Hilario
The El Rinconcito de Hilario, known as "The corner of Hilary, in San Miquel de Abona, may be hard to find, but once there you will be greeted by the owner and enjoy traditional island dishes, prepared in an unique and special manner. Start with the homemade garlic bread, and then move to a squid and octopus salad with chickpeas. Try the tenderloin sautéed veal, fresh fish from the sea that day, or lobster. Dessert is a delicate cake with caramel called "Dust Canario."
Antico Caffee
Antico Caffee, in Costa Adeje, is a small, Italian restaurant so popular that you may need to book a week in advance, but it is worth the wait. Try the squid or garlic prawns starter, and then follow it with the steak peppercorn, seared tuna, or the truffle ravioli. This restaurant is so small that most of the tables are outside on the terrace, providing diners with a wonderful sunset view over the ocean.
La Tasquita de Nino
La Tasquita de Nino, in San Miquel de Abona, is a family owned, out of the way, very small restaurant with only eight tables. The waiter carefully guides you through the menu since some of the local varieties of local ingredients may be unfamiliar to diners from outside the area. There are a variety of Canarian tapas, and unusual items like fried octopus with potato, or bananas and bacon, all served with local wine. Try the hot custard with cinnamon for dessert.
Things to do in Golf del Sur in September
Sendero Barranco del Inferno
Sendero Barranco del Inferno, or Hell's Canyon trail, is a hiking path, located in the town of Adeje. It is an adventurous walk through a ravine and up into the hills for beautiful views throughout this nature preserve. On the way, you will see varieties of plant life such as Magarzas, Dragos, and Sabinas and wildlife species including hawks, ravens, owls, and bats. There is a small waterfall 600 yards from the beginning of the path and the entire hike is about three miles.
Jeep Safari
Take a guided 4X4 jeep excursion with Jeep Safari through the Las Canadas del Teide National Park for the difficult the reach parts of this beautiful island. The trip will take you to the virtually unknown and old village of Masca, where the houses are set precariously on the ridges of the volcanic rock formations. The safari takes about six to seven hours and runs everyday but Sunday. They will pick you up from your hotel.
Light and Music Fountain
The Light and Music Fountain, in the Safari Shopping Centreith its designer stores, and quality restaurants and bars, is located in Playa de Las Americas. The water fountains, with its colourful lighting, dance to the music and last about an hour. Sit in the viewing area or watching from upstairs in Harry's Bar.
