Tenerife Tourism Statistics & Visitor Trends
Official regional transport series and visitor flow intelligence compiled from aviation, maritime port authority, and Canary Islands statistical bureau registries.
Macro Visitor Indicators
| Indicator | Period | Value | Unit | YoY Delta | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Annual Visitors | 2025 Audited | 6,520,000 | Visitors | +5.4% | ISTAC / Cabildo |
| Direct Tourism Expenditure | 2025 Audited | €5,280,000,000 | EUR | +7.1% | ISTAC |
| Average Hotel Bed Occupancy | 2025 Audited | 78.9% | Occupancy | +2.3% | Ashotel |
| Active Optical Telemetry Streams | Live Register | 13 / 13 | Feeds | Nominal | Webcam Tenerife |
| Average Length of Stay | 2025 Audited | 7.8 | Days / Guest | -0.3% | ISTAC |
| Total Overnight Stays | 2025 Audited | 50,856,000 | Nights | +4.8% | ISTAC |
Gateway Airports Passenger Throughput
| Station | IATA | Movements | Annual Passengers | Cargo | Role / Catchment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenerife South Airport (Reina Sofía) | TFS | 84,120 | 12,320,000 | 2,840 t | Primary International & Charter Hub (UK, DE, EU) |
| Tenerife North-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport | TFN | 72,450 | 6,110,000 | 10,950 t | Inter-Canary Hub (Binter / Canaryfly) & Spanish Mainland |
Maritime Ports & Ferry Docks
| Port Facility | Type | Annual Vessel Calls | Annual Passengers | Primary Traffic Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Commercial & Cruise Port | 2,480 | 1,120,000 | Atlantic cruise turnarounds, mainland ferries (Cádiz/Huelva), inter-island cargo |
| Port of Los Cristianos | Passenger Ferry Terminal | 6,890 | 1,940,000 | High-speed catamarans to La Gomera (San Sebastián), La Palma, and El Hierro |
Seasonal Microclimate & Maritime Normals
| Zone / Microclimate | Elevation Band | Season | Mean Air Temp | Water Temp | Atmospheric & Wind Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast (Las Américas / Costa Adeje) | 0 - 150 m | Winter (Dec - Feb) | 20.5°C | 19.8°C | NE Trade (calm south lee), 8 - 14 kt |
| North Coast (Puerto de la Cruz) | 0 - 200 m | Spring (Mar - May) | 20.8°C | 20.1°C | Mar de nubes inversion layer at 1,200 m |
| High Mountain (Teide / Las Cañadas) | 2,100 - 3,718 m | Summer (Jun - Aug) | 24.2°C (Day) / 11.5°C (Night) | N/A (Continental Alpine) | Free tropospheric dry air, <10% humidity |
| Southeast Wind Strip (El Médano) | 0 - 50 m | Autumn (Sep - Nov) | 23.4°C | 22.8°C | Thermal venturi channel, 18 - 28 kt |
Frequently Asked Tourism Questions
What is Mount Teide on Tenerife?
Mount Teide is a UNESCO World Heritage volcano rising 3,715 meters (12,188 ft) above sea level, making it Spain's highest peak and the world's 3rd tallest volcanic structure from its ocean base.
Why is the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival world-famous?
The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is considered the second most popular carnival in the world after Rio de Janeiro, filling the city streets with over 200,000 costumed dancers during February.
Data series published by Webcam Tenerife in coordination with regional authorities. Source records: Instituto Canario de Estadística (ISTAC), AENA Aeropuertos S.A., Autoridad Portuaria de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and AEMET. All passenger and movement counts are subject to quarterly retrospective revision by the originating bodies.