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🏄 Tenerife

🏄 Tenerife

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7.5
About Tenerife

Tenerife offers consistent Atlantic swell with reliable weekly winds reaching 30 knots, ideal for both riders seeking tricks and those wanting variety. The island's northern coast combines choppy water conditions with steady breezes, particularly strong February–March and July–August. Beyond the water, vibrant village culture, accessible cafés, and island activities like climbing and diving make it a well-rounded destination. Water temperatures demand a wetsuit year-round. Budget accommodation and straightforward access via the southern airport suit travelling kiters.

Amenities

Cafés and barsVillage accommodationRental shopsDiving operators

Highlights

  • Strong, consistent Atlantic winds
  • Choppy water with wave potential
  • Vibrant local village scene
  • Affordable daily rates
  • Multiple island activities
Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Every week

Wind quality

Pretty steady · warm wind

Water

ChoppyWaves

Water temp

Cold (You need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Left forward

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Woo big-air record: 27 m by Ruli Delgado · bottom-end kite 25m+

Spots at this destination

  • El Medano
Wind & conditions
  • Wind reliability0.0
  • Avg wind (peak months)5 kt
  • Water temp20–25 °C
  • Best seasonAround Jan
Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan0%4.7 kt7.920.6
Feb0%4.4 kt7.719.8
Mar0%4.5 kt10.420.4
Apr0%4.7 kt11.620.8
May0%4.9 kt13.821.6
Jun0%4.5 kt16.123.7
Jul0%4.7 kt22.324.2
Aug0%4.6 kt21.624.7
Sep0%4.1 kt16.525
Oct0%4.2 kt16.225.3
Nov0%4.3 kt12.223.5
Dec0%4.6 kt1022
Spot video
Community scores
Verified

7.5/10

  • 💨Wind reliability8.0
  • 🌊Water conditions7.5
  • 🏖️Launch zone7.0
  • 🌋Scenery8.0
Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.

Travel & practical info

Getting there

airport south TenerifeEasy to visit (< 2 hours from airport)

Car needed

No car needed

Cost of a kite day

Affordable ($20-50 /day)

Internet

Good (video calls and streaming)

Local infrastructure

High development (many accommodations; hotels; health services and shops)
Family friendlyKite shopParty destination

Off-wind activities

  • climbing
  • diving sailing
  • clubbing chilling
Windguru forecast
Pro tip
Pack an extra smaller kite for the afternoons — many classic spots build through the day. Respect locals and keep the beach clean.
Reviews
Great vibe and reliable wind — this place keeps us coming back every season.