Average weather for Tenerife South in May
It's warm in May in Tenerife South with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Tenerife South with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Tenerife South is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
According to weather history, there is only 4,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Tenerife South in May |
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24°C | 22°C | |
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26°C | 28°C | |
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23°C | -5°C | |
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4,7 mm | 105 mm | |
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2 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Tenerife South?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Tenerife South. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Tenerife South reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Tenerife South
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Tenerife South, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Tenerife South
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Tenerife South, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 2 days of precipitation in Tenerife South.
Daily UV index in May in Tenerife South
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Tenerife South, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Tenerife South over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Tenerife South, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Tenerife South over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Tenerife South, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Tenerife South
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tenerife South. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Tenerife South by month
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