What's the weather like in Tenerife in September?
Despite autumn officially arriving late in September, the summer heat will stick around Tenerife North for at least one more month. In fact, this month isn't much cooler than August, despite the fact that there is much less sunlight available on a daily basis.
Sunshine Hours
This time of the year the northern half of the island receives approximately 9 hours of sunlight per day. This is down slightly from 12 hours per day the previous month. However, it is still very dry this time of the year with only 10mm of precipitation per month spread over an average of three days.
Temperature
Average afternoon highs are only a few degrees cooler than the warmest conditions of the year felt just a month earlier. Afternoon high temperatures will reach an average of 28°C (82°F) making the daytime hours very pleasant, if not hot. Overnight lows will still be pleasant enough for visitors to leave a jacket at home with temperatures only dipping to an average of 22°C (72°F). Thanks to the moderating effect of the nearby ocean, the island doesn't experience large temperature swings and daytime highs are kept cooler than continental Spain and Europe. The average temperature throughout the day is a pleasant 25°C (77°F).
Sea Temperature
While on holiday, it is still possible to go swimming in the Atlantic Ocean with average water temperatures remaining a warm 25°C (77°F). At this point, water temperatures are still warm enough to forego a wetsuit and enjoy a long dip in the waves.
Wind
During this time of year, the wind will begin to calm down on the northern half of the island with slightly less than a 50% chance of seeing a day with high winds. With less wind, the island becomes even more enjoyable to visit.
Tenerife Hotels in September
Hotel Taburiente
Visitors who decide to take advantage of the wonderful weather in September along Tenerife North can choose to stay in Hotel Taburiente in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Located near Garcia Sanabria Park has 173 rooms and is home to Restaurant GOM that is known as one of the best in the city. There are numerous room styles to choose from to make your trop the best it can be.
Hotel Principe Paz
Hotel Principe Paz is located in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and is a three-star hotel with a total of 80 rooms. In addition, there are rooms for meetings and other gatherings. The hotel is just ten minutes from the beach and 20 from the nearest airport. With a bar, cafeteria and restaurant, there are plenty of amenities for any visitor.
Hotel Nautico
Another great choice is Hotel Nautico located in the Residential Anaga section of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Recently refurbished, this modern hotel offers all of the amenities that tourists and business travelers are looking for at a reasonable price.
Tenerife Beach for September
Playa Bollulo
Hard to get to, but worth the effort is Playa Bollullo near La Orotava, which is a fantastic beach to visit while on holiday in Tenerife North. While visitors must either trek through banana plantations or carefully drive down a narrow road, the stunning vistas of the beach are worth the trouble. While the sea may be too tumultuous for swimming, vacationers can get plenty of sun while taking in the views. If visitors do decide to brave the waves, the sea temperatures are still a pleasant 25°C (77°F) and warm enough for swimming.
After taking in the sea and the beach, visitors can wind down at a nearby beach bar or restaurant for a quick bite and drink.
Bars and Restaurants
La Mesa Noche
While slightly out of the way, La Mesa Noche is one of the best-rated restaurants in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Known not only for its good food, but the service and atmosphere is also outstanding.
Mario's Bodega
In Puerto de la Cruz, those looking for some late night fun might want to check out Mario's Bodega. Located in a narrow alley, this pub offers traditional folk music and is a secret that is becoming more popular. Go for the live music and stay for the good drinks.
Things to Do in Tenerife in September
The Guimar Pyramids
Located about 26 kilometers away from Santa Cruz de Tenerife is an ethnographic park. The park contains six rectangular pyramid shaped terraced structures constructed from lava stone. The Guimar Pyramids date back to the 19th century and are visited by thousands of people each year.
Los Gigantes Cliffs
With weather remaining warm in September and pleasant afternoon high temperatures of 28°C (82°F), this is the perfect time to experience Los Gigantes Cliffs. These giant rock formations rise to a height of 500-800 meters from the surface of the sea and are one of the more popular tourist destinations on the island. There are numerous small shops and restaurants to also enjoy as well as a number of hotels and apartments in the region.
Festivals
September brings numerous pastoral festivals to Tenerife North. These festivals celebrate the harvest and local farmers. Because of the rural nature of these festivals, many of them occur outside of the major cities in country fairs. Enjoy local musicians, artisan foods from local farms and dancing into the wee hours in these celebrations.
