May 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Tenerife. With minimal rain risk (6%) and pleasant highs of 14°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Tenerife experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Tenerife
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Tenerife Weather Forecast for May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14°C. 6% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Tenerife in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Tenerife typically experiences temperatures between 5.6°C and 14°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (6% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tenerife
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
14°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
6%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
37%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.3 hPa
Low volatility
Tenerife Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 75% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 50+, limit exposure 10am-4pm
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 9 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 14 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 23 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
46/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~94
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tenerife
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:17
☀️ Noon
13:04
🌇 Sunset
19:51
⏱️ Daylight
13h 33m
Wind Speed
17 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
64%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Tenerife
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Tenerife on May 16 averages 14°C with a 6% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tenerife Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Tenerife Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Tenerife on May 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14°C with a 6% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 94 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.3°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.54m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 0°C in 2020.