Holiday and weather in Tenerife in January: photos and reviews

Once the island of Tenerife was considered something unattainable, only rich people could afford to come here. But today the situation has radically changed, and this resort is ready to receive tourists traveling with a relatively modest budget.

The island of Tenerife, which is part of Spain, is located much farther south, far enough from the equator, practically off the coast of Africa. This is what determines its climate. Thanks to this in Tenerife you can rest year-round, including in winter.

Therefore, those who leave on vacation at the beginning of the year, when the frosts are outside the windows, do not be sad: the largest island of the Canary archipelago is a great place to go. Moreover, many believe that in Tenerife in January you can just have a great rest, especially since there are plenty of pluses for choosing this direction. And one of them is a democratic price compared to the high season.

Weather

In Tenerife in January is no less comfortable than in the rest of the year. In general, the climate is considered a kind of "chip" of this island. And indeed it is. A warm subtropical belt makes the island's weather comfortable always. However, in Tenerife in January, it is quite pleasant to relax. If the high season here is somewhat hot, although not as exhausting as in other nearby resorts, and this despite the fact that the Sahara desert is located with the island at the same latitude, it is especially good here at the beginning of the year. Apparently, it is precisely this that is responsible for the fact that many Europeans wishing to spend New Year holidays in warmth come to Tenerife in January.

Temperature conditions

In general, the north of Tenerife is more capricious in terms of weather. This is explained by the rather cold trade winds that blow from the east and are very frequent guests. True, the days when the sky is covered with clouds, much less than absolutely cloudless, and heavy rains for a month a little - up to three or four days.

Planning a holiday in Tenerife in January, one should take into account the fact that the relief of this island is so complex and diverse that the weather in its different places can be very different. When there is heavy rain in the north, warm and windless weather can prevail in the south, without any precipitation. For example, the resort of Puerto de la Cruz, located in the lowland, is cooler than its western "brother" Guia-de-Ezor.

The average temperature in Tenerife in January reaches its minimum for the whole year. However, tourists are not afraid of this, because below 12 degrees it did not fall in the history of this amazing island. On average, the air in Tenerife warms up to plus twenty-two in the afternoon and fifteen at night. Rains on the island in January are much rarer than, for example, in late autumn or December, but the humidity is generally higher than in summer.

On beach holidays

In Tenerife in January it is quite possible to sunbathe. The weather contributes to this, especially since the sun, although warm, but not burning, so the risk of burning is reduced during this period to a minimum. The best places for a beach holiday in Tenerife in January are Los Cristianos, Las Americas and Costa Adeje. Here, without problems, you can "snatch" a great holiday on the ocean with a swim.

The water temperature in this month is about nineteen degrees. And although you can swim in such warm water, those who want to swim in more comfortable conditions, almost all the hotels of the island offer heated pools. But for fans of surfing in Tenerife in January, this expanse. Thanks to a good wind, there are quite a lot of them on the island during this period.

Tips for tourists

If the weather is cool, then an excellent alternative to beach rest this month may be walking tours to many beautiful places on the island. You can, for example, visit the National Park. Fans of climbing the mountains like walks, especially since the relief of the resort contributes a lot to this. Moreover, in cool weather, it is much more comfortable to do this than on hot summer days. You can feel yourself as the pioneers, get around and inspect the volcano, visit the observatory and admire the incomparably beautiful lunar landscape.

Where can I go

All entertainment venues in Tenerife are open all year round. Lovers of good music can combine beach holidays and sightseeing with visiting local nightclubs with their sets of famous DJs. Shopaholics will certainly find what to buy if they go shopping. In January, especially during the New Year holidays, many shopping centers are selling out, so you can make a lot of purchases with good discounts. Those tourists who come to Tenerife with young children in winter should definitely visit the zoos or water parks of the island, which are also open all year round.

Features of winter recreation

The north of the island, due to the rains passing here, is characterized during this period by the turbulent flowering of evergreens. This is remembered for a long time by those who were lucky enough to visit Tenerife in January. Reviews of tourists indicate that the resort completely corresponds to its nickname "the islands of eternal spring". Many long remember the riot of subtropical colors and colors that they observe in the middle of winter. It must be said that the southern part of this island in this respect is a little less rich, however it is less rainy this season.

The price of a holiday in Tenerife in January is especially popular with lovers of discounts. At this time, travel companies are beginning to massively reduce the cost of permits. A similar tour in high season will cost thirty-five or forty percent more than a trip to Tenerife in January.

Reviews of tourists

On the question of whether it is worthwhile to come here in the winter, the overwhelming majority of Russians answer in the affirmative. Those who visited the island in January did not mind the relatively cool water. Moreover, many swam. Judging by the reviews, those who were lucky with the weather, alternated beach holidays with an inspection of local attractions, which is abundant here. You can go to Loro Park or Jungle Park, see Icod de los Vinos and his old sequoias, take a walk in Santa Cruz, take a boat trip to see dolphins and small whales in their natural habitat. Many liked the fact that in January, only Europeans rest here.

There are two airports on the island, which is especially convenient in terms of transfer to those who come to the island with children. In addition, tourists in their reviews note that there are no poisonous insects on Tenerife, so you can safely go for a walk.

Most Russians say they would like to return to the resort, and it is in late December - early January. However, there are also those who believe that it is better to come in the summer to bathe and sunbathe.