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Best beaches in Tenerife

The best beaches in Tenerife, on the coast of Spain — 3 shores from Playa de Benijo to Playa del Duque, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in Tenerife is ~23°C, at Playa de Benijo, in season around May-Oct. Across its 3 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~23°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in Tenerife

Most of the 3 beaches listed in Tenerife are at their best May to October, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 23°C across the listed beaches.

Choosing a beach in Tenerife

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Playa de las Teresitas or Playa del Duque; surfers should look at Playa de Benijo; and 2 of the 3 hold Blue Flag status.

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Beaches in Tenerife: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in Tenerife?

How warm is the sea in Tenerife?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Tenerife sits at about 23°C.

Does Tenerife have Blue Flag beaches?

Which beach in Tenerife is best for families?

Playa de las Teresitas — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Playa del Duque is a strong runner-up.