Los Realejos Holidays: Beaches, Weather and Getting There
Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canary Islands · Spain · 36,405 residents · on the coast
Los Realejos is a sizeable town of around 36,405 people on Tenerife's north coast, in the Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The centre sits at 297 metres above sea level, while its shoreline drops down to a pair of family-friendly beaches, Playa del Socorro and Playa del Terrero. The climate is mild all year, with daytime highs of 20°C to 21°C in the depths of winter and 29°C in August. Puerto de la Cruz and La Orotava are both a short drive away, and Tenerife North airport is 23 minutes by car. For British travellers it suits a quieter, beach-and-family holiday on the greener side of the island.
Why go
- Playa del Socorro, a family beach about 1.4 miles from town, is the easy swim.
- Dry summers: July sees just 6 mm of rain and highs around 27°C.
- Direct flights from the UK land at Tenerife South, 33 minutes' drive away.
Top sights in Los Realejos
Beaches on the North Coast
The best-known spot locally is Playa del Socorro, a beach about 1.4 miles from the town and popular with families. A little further along, roughly 1.9 miles away, Playa del Terrero is another family beach and a good alternative when you fancy a change of scene.
Beyond the shoreline, much of what you will want to do lies in the neighbouring towns, covered in the day trips below. Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly from this page using the booking cards.
1beachPlaya del Socorro
1 mile from the centre · Photo
Playa del Terrero
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Los Realejos
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Los Realejos can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Los Realejos
Hillside Town or Coast
Los Realejos spreads from its centre at 297 metres down to the sea, so the main choice is between staying up in town or closer to the coast near Playa del Socorro and Playa del Terrero. With a population of around 36,405, it is a working town rather than a resort strip, which makes it a calmer base than its livelier neighbour Puerto de la Cruz, just 3 miles away.
Those wanting the beach on the doorstep should look towards the coast; those happy to drive will find the town itself practical for exploring the north. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Los Realejos and the villages around it is a hire car from Tenerife South (TFS), about 33 min away.
Best time to visit Los Realejos
When the Weather Is Kindest
- 21°CJan57 mm
- 20°CFeb48 mm
- 22°CMar54 mm
- 23°CApr37 mm
- 22°CMay50 mm
- 24°CJun38 mm
- 27°CJul6 mm
- 29°CAug11 mm
- 25°CSept33 mm
- 27°COct56 mm
- 25°CNov32 mm
- 22°CDec41 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
The most pleasant months are April, July and August. April brings highs of 23°C with only 7 rainy days, while July and August are the driest of the year, with 6 mm and 11 mm of rain respectively.
August is the hottest month, reaching 29°C, with October not far behind at 27°C. The wettest spells come in January, at 57 mm, and October, at 56 mm, while May has the most rainy days at 14. Winter stays mild, with highs of 20°C to 22°C from December to March.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21°C | 14°C | 57 mm | 9 h |
| Feb | 20°C | 13°C | 48 mm | 10 h |
| Mar | 22°C | 14°C | 54 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 23°C | 15°C | 37 mm | 12 h |
| May | 22°C | 16°C | 50 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 24°C | 17°C | 38 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 27°C | 20°C | 6 mm | 12 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 11 mm | 11 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 19°C | 33 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 27°C | 20°C | 56 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 25°C | 17°C | 32 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 22°C | 15°C | 41 mm | 9 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Drives and Ferries
Tenerife South (TFS) has direct flights from the United Kingdom and lies about 24 miles away, roughly 33 minutes by car. Tenerife North (TFN) is closer at about 16 miles, around 23 minutes' drive, though it has no direct flights from the UK, so it suits connecting itineraries.
For island hopping, the port at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, about 21 miles away, has ferries to Las Palmas, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. Los Cristianos, about 25 miles away, serves San Sebastián de la Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, around 73 miles away by sea, links to mainland Spain at Huelva and Cádiz.
By air
- Tenerife South (TFS)24 miles, about 33 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Tenerife North (TFN)16 miles, about 23 min by road
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Santa Cruz de Tenerife (21 miles), Los Cristianos (25 miles), Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (73 miles).
Los Realejos is good for
Around Los Realejos
Neighbouring Towns Worth a Drive
Puerto de la Cruz is the nearest, just 3 miles away, with La Orotava about 4 miles off. San Juan de la Rambla and La Guancha are both around 4 miles away, and Santa Úrsula is about 6 miles east.
Further afield, Icod de los Vinos is roughly 8 miles away, La Matanza de Acentejo about 9 miles, and Garachico around 11 miles west along the coast.
Tips from Robin
Practical Points Before You Go
The town centre sits at 297 metres, so evenings can feel cooler than on the beach below; pack a light layer, especially in winter when lows dip to 13°C or 14°C.
Rain is spread through much of the year, with May recording 14 rainy days, so keep a flexible plan for beach days outside high summer. Hiring a car makes sense, as both airports and most nearby towns are a short drive away.
Questions people ask
Which airport is best for Los Realejos from the UK?
Tenerife South (TFS) has direct flights from the United Kingdom and is about 24 miles away, roughly 33 minutes by car. Tenerife North (TFN) is closer, around 16 miles or 23 minutes, but has no direct UK flights.
Does Los Realejos have beaches?
Yes. Playa del Socorro is about 1.4 miles from town and Playa del Terrero about 1.9 miles away. Both are considered family-friendly beaches, making the town a reasonable choice for a family holiday.
What is the weather like in Los Realejos in winter?
Winter is mild. Daytime highs run from 20°C in February to 22°C in December and March, with lows of 13°C to 15°C. Expect some rain, with January the wettest at 57 mm across 10 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Los Realejos?
April, July and August offer the most pleasant conditions. July and August are the driest months, with 2 and 3 rainy days, and August is hottest at 29°C. April is milder at 23°C with 7 rainy days.
How far is Los Realejos from Puerto de la Cruz?
Puerto de la Cruz is just 3 miles away, making it an easy outing. La Orotava is about 4 miles away, and Garachico around 11 miles along the coast.