What's the weather like in Los Cristianos in August
Temperature
August is one of the hottest months of the year in Los Cristianos. The average low temperature is 70°F (21°C) during the month of August, and the average high temperature is 83°F (29°C). Although this seems very warm, the constant ocean breeze keeps the atmosphere quite comfortable.
Average Sea Temperature
The average sea temperature during August is a very comfortable 23°C, which is absolutely perfect for swimming and other water sports. Patrons also enjoy lounging on the beach during the 13-hour days of August in Los Cristianos.
They can also take deep-sea fishing trips or see one or several of the parks, zoos, and aquariums in the area. The weather is ideal for all outdoor activies.
Indoor activities are abound as well. There are several museums in the area, and no one should discount the nightlife of the island, although it is not as rowdy as other islands nearby.
Heat Waves
It has been predicted that the hottest day of the year is most like to be August 29th, where the temperature is expected to be at least 28°C. Furthermore, heat waves are not uncommon at this time of year. Most recently in 2013 Los Cristianos and the rest of Tenerife experienced a heat wave where the temperatures reached the high 30s.
As Los Cristianos is in the south of Tenerife, it is actually quite a bit hotter here compared to the north. If the heat is unbearable, make sure to stay inside, or at least in the shade and always keep hydrated and topped up with sun cream! In severe cases extreme heat can cause heat stroke and dehydration.
Cloud Cover
Back on a positive note, you won't have to worry about cloud cover affecting your holiday as the median cloud cover during August tends to vary between a mostly clear 23% and 31%. It is estimated that sky will be becoming cloudier towards the end of the month, increasing by 7% before September finally arrives.
Rain
Precipitation is also extremely low at this time of year and is only 3% likely. It is predicted that only 3mm of rainfall will occur throughout the month! Which is considerably less compared to the UK and most of mainland Europe. The driest month of the year in Los Cristianos is usually July where 0mm of rainfall is predicted.
Humidity
Many people are worried that humidity may affect their holiday, however, in Los Cristianos it is not too bad. The relative humidity typically fluctuates between a mildly humid 52% and 82%, rarely dropping below 35% or exceeding a very humid 90%. On average, the air is driest around August 2nd, at which time the relative humidity drops below a mildly humid 60% three days out of four, whilst the air is likely to be most humid around August 10th, where humidity levels could rise above 78% three days out of four.
Wind
Over the course of a typical August, wind speeds vary from 2 mph to 24 mph, rarely exceeding 30 mph, which is considered as a light to strong breeze. The highest average wind speed of 14 mph is likely to occur around August 21st, at which time the average daily maximum wind speed is 24 mph. At this time of year the wind is most often coming from the east, followed shortly by the northeast.
Los Cristianos Hotels in August
The Hotel Paradise Park is a stunning four-star hotel located right next to the bay of Los Cristianos, with breath-taking views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Mount Teide. All of the rooms at this luxurious hotel come with air-conditioing and feature either a private balcony or terrace as well as a satellite TV and minibar. The hotel also features five swimming pools, four hot tubs, a sauna, small fitness centre and Turkish bath.
Hotel Reveron Plaza is another four-star hotel to look into if you're thinking of staying in Los Cristianos for the summer. This highly rated hotel is located just 100m away from Los Cristianos Beach and boasts a rooftop swimming pool, which overlooks the rest of the resort.
However, if you want to stay in self-catering accommodation you may be interested in the three-star Apartamentos Plataneras, situated in the heart of Los Cristianos. This fun-filled complex offers an array of contemporary and vibrant bungalows that come with all the amenities you could possibly need. The holiday complex also offers three swimming pools, mini golf and basketball.
Apartamentos Costamar is another viable self-catering option, found overlooking Los Cristianos harbour. Costamar offers an array of comfortable apartments with balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The complex also offers private parking, which is ideal if you're planning on hiring out a car for the week.
Los Cristianos Beach for August
Las Galletas Beach also known as Las Burras Beach is situated next to the coastal village of Las Galletas on the southern tip of Tenerife. This beach is not particularly well suited to young families as it is mainly made up of black pebbles, making it relatively unsuitable for sunbathing, however, the beach is great for scuba diving as it is teeming with exotic fish.
Playa de las Americas is a purpose-built holiday resort located right next to Los Cristianos. The resort offers a family-friendly beach that is lined by a vast number of bars, cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops. The beach also offers a variety of amenities including sun beds, parasols and toilets during the summer months.
Of course Los Cristianos offers its own beach. This is one of the most popular beaches in the whole of Tenerife as it is made up of clean, golden sand and boasts crystal clear waters which are ideal for swimming in.
Bars and Restaurants
If you can't get enough of British food, even though you are on holiday you should definitely try Oliver's With A Twist. This family-friendly restaurant is located in Los Cristianos and serves a variety of delicious homemade pies, as well as Mediterranean dishes.
The Blue Luna Café is a great place to go to for a spot of lunch or a delicious evening meal. This relatively new bar is located in the heart of Los Cristianos and serves a variety of Mediterranean favourites. They also stock a large range of spirits, beers, soft drinks and cocktails.
If you're looking for a wild night out, Los Cristianos may not be the best option, however, there are a number of lively nightclubs and bars in the neighbouring resorts. Taboo's is a contemporary nightclub located in Golf del Sur. This place mainly appeals to the younger generation and of course the young at heart!
On the other hand, if you're looking for a family-friendly pub you should definitely go to the Merry Monk in Los Cristianos. This British-themed pub is open seven days a week from 12 noon until 12am and offers a mini-theatre and a large projection screen where major sporting events are showed such as the Barclays Premier League, rugby and cricket.
Things to do in Los Cristianos in August
Hiking is one of the best ways to enjoy Tenerife's countryside and natural surroundings. The island boasts some excellent hiking paths around the Anaga Mountains, Teide National Park, The Masca Valley and Teno National Valley. If you really want to challenge yourself, try reaching the peak of Mount Teide on foot.
As the weather is usually brilliant at this time of year, it would be a shame not to take full advantage of the warm sea temperature and take part in some water sports! K-16 Surf in Playa de las Americas offers surfing lessons for all abilities and rents out surfboards too!
On the other hand, if you're here with the little ones you may want to take them to the Monkey Park, located in Los Cristianos to keep them entertained whilst on holiday. The Monkey Park is a breeding centre for endangered monkeys and other animals, which has been open to the public since 1991. At this beautiful centre you can also learn about their eating habits, life cycle and their original habitats.
Another attraction to take the kids too is Siam Park situated in Costa Adeje, Tenerife. This enormous water park covers a total of 18.5 hectares and boasts a variety of adrenaline packed water slides from the Mekong Rapids to The Lost City.
Dates for the diary
The Canary Islands offer a wonderful array of traditional culture and heritage of the native people mixed with attractions that tourists expect to see in order to be entertained and to keep them coming back year after year. Los Cristianos is an island that has found that balance between the two extremes.
The island's most important festival of the year is held during this month. It is in honour of Nuestra Senora de Candelaria, the patron saint of the island. During this week-long celebration, over 250,000 people come to the city each year in order to celebrate for themselves and to witness the large-scale celebration in person. The island is never more populated than it is at this point in the year.
Romeria de San Roque is another prominent annual festival held every year in Garachio, Tenerife. This spectacular event attracts crowds of pilgrims from across the island who arrive to honour the town's Patron Saint San Roque.
Last but not least, the Festival Son Latino is one of the island's most exciting Latin music events, which takes place on Playa de las Americas Beach. This highly anticipated event is a favourite for music lovers on the islands and attracts many famous groups from across the world.
