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Mallorca or Tenerife?
Both are food, nature and mountains destinations in Europe. Mallorca adds beaches, culture and history. Tenerife adds adventure and islands.
| Mallorca | Tenerife | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Cost of a week | expensive | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Warmest month | July, 32°C | July, 26°C |
| Coolest month | January, 14°C | January, 11°C |
| Known for | La Seu Cathedral, Serra de Tramuntana, Cap de Formentor, Valldemossa | Mount Teide, Anaga Rural Park, Garachico rock pools, Masca Valley, Playa Jardín |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Mallorca | Tenerife |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 11°C |
| Feb | 15°C | 12°C |
| Mar | 17°C | 13°C |
| Apr | 19°C | 15°C |
| May | 23°C | 17°C |
| Jun | 29°C | 20°C |
| Jul | 32°C | 26°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 25°C |
| Sep | 27°C | 21°C |
| Oct | 23°C | 18°C |
| Nov | 18°C | 14°C |
| Dec | 16°C | 12°C |
So which one?
Pick Mallorca if…
you want beaches, culture and history. It also works in June, when Tenerife is off-season.
Pick Tenerife if…
you want adventure and islands. It also works in March, November.
Both are at their best in April, May, September, October.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Mallorca or Tenerife cheaper?
Mallorca is expensive for a week, Tenerife is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Mallorca or Tenerife?
Mallorca peaks at 32°C in July; Tenerife peaks at 26°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.