What's the weather like in Los Cristianos in February
In Los Cristianos during February the resort experiences constant daily high temperatures compared to most of Europe at this time of year.
Temperature
The average low temperature is 59°F (15°C) but the average high temperature reaches 72°F (22°C), making the days quite comfortable. No matter what time of year, tourists can enjoy all the amenities that Los Cristianos has to offer, including things like golfing and deep-sea fishing.
Average Sea Temperature
The average sea temperature is also warming up, and many tourists will find swimming and other water activities comfortable at this time of year. During February the average sea temperature stays around a warm 19°C that's exactly the same as January and March.
Rain
There is an average of 0.7" (20 mm) of precipitation during this month, and this rainfall, sometimes only drizzle, comes on 3 days of the month. The winter months in Los Cristianos are usually the wettest period. However, there is nothing really to worry about as the probability that some form of precipitation will be observed during your holiday at this time of year is only a mere 14%.
Humidity
Humidity levels during February are relatively low. They tend to fluctuate between a comfortable 49% and humid 80%, rarely dropping below 30% or exceeding 91%. The air is most likely to be driest around February 29th, at which time the relative humidity drops below a mildly humid 58% three days out of four. On the other hand, the air is most humid around February 16th, where humidity levels are expected to rise above 75% three days out of four.
Daylight Hours
There is an average of 11 hours of daylight per day. Over the course of February, the length of day is gradually increasing. Compared to January the amount of sunshine hours have increased by approximately one hour, from six hours per day to seven hours. On average, the shortest day of the month is February 1st with 10:45 hours of daylight, whilst the longest day is February 29th with a total of 11:35 hours of daylight.
Cloud Cover
Cloud cover at this time of year is also generally low at a mostly clear 36% and does not vary substantially over the course of the month.
Wind
Furthermore, throughout the month of February in Los Cristianos typical wind speeds vary from 4 mph to 22 mph, rarely exceeding 31 mph. The highest average wind speed of a moderate 13 mph usually occurs towards the end of the month around February 26th, at which time the average daily maximum wind speed is a fresh breeze of 22 mph. At this time of year the wind is coming from the east, followed closely by the northeast.
Los Cristianos Hotels in February
Apartamentos Los Alisios is a three-star hotel located in the heart of Los Cristianos. This attractive Canarian holiday complex is an ideal holiday destination for both couples and families as there are a number of facilities here including an outdoor swimming pool. The complex also enjoys a peaceful and secluded location, located next to the Atlantic Ocean with conveniences nearby such as shops, restaurants and bars.
The four-star Hotel Paradise Park is another option worth looking into if you're thinking of staying in Los Cristianos. This stunning hotel offers breathtaking views over the Bay of Los Cristianos and even Mount Teide on top of the rooftop terrace. All rooms at this hotel come with air-conditioing and feature either a private balcony or terrace, as well as a satellite TV and minibar.
The three-star Apartamentos Hg Cristian Sur is located within a 10 minutes' walk from Los Cristianos Beach. The complex offers over 200 apartments that feature spacious living areas with TVs and fully equipped kitchenettes. However, if you don't fancy cooking the complex also offers a buffet breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner at Cafeteria Arco Iris.
Aguamar is a popular three-star holiday apartment complex located in the south of Tenerife, next to Los Cristianos Beach. This stylish holiday complex boasts a clean and modern décor, offering an outdoor swimming pool, a large sun terrace, table tennis, mini-golf and a children's play area.
Los Cristianos Beach for February
Playa de Los Cristianos is one of the main beach resorts on the island of Tenerife. The bay is popular with all types of people including holidaymakers and locals, as there are a number of restaurants, cafes and bars within close proximity. Sunny weather is guaranteed during February so make sure to come early if you plan to hire out a sunbed for the day.
Playa del Camison can be found in Playa de Las Americas, Tenerife. This light and soft sand beach has been awarded Blue Flag status due to its exceptional cleanliness and beauty. The beach's small size also makes it a great place to bring the little ones as you can keep an eye on them. There are a number of facilities here such as sun beds, parasols, toilets and showers.
Another option to try in the south of Tenerife is Playa de Troya. This popular and beautiful beach is made up of soft, dark sand, but boasts crystal clear waters that are ideal for swimming. There are also a number of facilities here including sun loungers, parasols, lifeguards, changing rooms, lockers and public toilets.
Bars and Restaurants
The Blue Luna Café is one of the most highly rated restaurants in Los Cristianos. This place offers a wide array of Mediterranean and Spanish classics including free tapas with every drink ordered. This up and coming bar is also renowned for its freshly cooked chicken served with homemade garlic sauce and chips.
Another relatively new restaurant to look out for is the New Yorker Restaurant, situated at the Oasis Paserella Centre in Los Cristianos. This sleak and modern eatery serves some of the best desserts in the resort and stocks a long list of hand selected Spanish wines for you to enjoy.
Tramps in Playa de las Americas is one of the most popular nightclubs in the whole of Tenerife. In the past this venue has seen a whole host of DJs from Judge Jules to Trevor Nelson. The club has a capacity of 2000, so expect this place to be packed at the weekends.
On the other hand, you may also want to try Taylors Lounge in Los Cristianos. This is a well established and recently refurbished sports bar which offers 19 flat screen TVs to choose from, showing a whole host of sports including football, golf, boozing, tennis and more. The bar also offers a full menu including British classics such as jacket potatoes and fish and chips.
Things to do in Los Cristianos in February
If you're here with the little ones make sure to spend at least one afternoon exploring the grounds of Castillo San Miguel. On certain nights of the week this impressive castle also puts on a medieval tournament which includes jousting, sword fighting and even flamenco dancing at the end of the night. Your ticket will also include a banquet meal, which features free flowing wine throughout the evening.
Furthermore, Tenerife offers some of the best hiking paths out of all the Canary Islands. Some of the best hiking routes can be found at the Anaga Mountains, Teno National Park and Teide National Park, which features Mount Teide. All of these spectacular natural spots are within an hours drive from Los Cristianos.
The Cueva del Viento-Sobrado is the largest volcanic tube in the whole of Europe, and the fourth largest in the world. This spectacular natural underground tunnel runs for over 11 miles, featuring three different passage levels which are made up of various lava formations. The cave itself was actually created by lava flows from Pico Viejo, found next to Mount Teide. Guided tours take place from Tuesday to Saturday and advanced booking is highly recommended.
If you're thinking of going on a day trip you should definitely visit Garachico in Tenerife. This place used to be one of the richest towns on the whole island, however, the picturesque little town was engulfed in lava by an eruption back in 1706. As a consequence it has now become one of the most visited towns on the island, due to its authentic charm and unique lava sculpted landscape.
Dates for the diary
Because Los Cristianos is considered the "rest stop" of the Canary Islands, tourists should be prepared to island hop a bit if they want an excitement-filled holiday.
One of those nearby islands has a must-see event. The Santa Cruz Carnival is a bit north of Los Cristianos, but those who make the trip will not be disappointed. Some of the outlandish spectacles include men dressed in drag and everyone, regardless of gender, dressed flamboyantly.
Originally, the purpose of the costumes was to hide the participants' identity from the Catholic Church, which vehemently disapproved of Carnival. Carnival, literally "carne valle" in Latin, translates to mean "goodbye meat." This is a common celebration in the Catholic religion.
Just like any other Carnival celebration, this one takes place before Lent and consists of a week of festivities including the election of the Carnival Queen on Wednesday, an opening parade on Friday, and more festivities that continue until the following Wednesday which is Ash Wednesday. This day marks the end of the festivities with the burial of the sardine, a common Spanish tradition.
