May · Spain
Best time to visit Tenerife in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tenerife in May
Average temperature 20°C, 8 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 8 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Tenerife scores 8.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 8 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tenerife pairs Mount Teide's volcanic heights with black-sand beaches and year-round sun.
May in Tenerife: strong conditions, 6th of 12
May averages 20°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 8 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 8.4/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tenerife in May?
- In May, Tenerife averages 20°C, 8 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Tenerife?
- May earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tenerife in May?
- Expect about 8 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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