Tenerife’s water reservoirs have begun August 2026 in a stronger position than a year ago, with storage levels reaching 55.3% of total capacity, according to figures released by the island’s public water company, BALTEN.
The reservoirs currently hold 2,785,528 cubic metres of water, representing an increase of 393,392 cubic metres compared with the same period in August 2025.
North Continues to Hold the Largest Water Reserves
Water levels remain higher in the north of the island than in the south.
Current storage levels are:
- North Tenerife: 61.4% capacity (2,107,886 cubic metres)
- South Tenerife: 42.2% capacity (677,642 cubic metres)
This distribution follows the island’s typical pattern, with northern reservoirs generally holding larger water reserves.
Positive Outlook for Agriculture
Despite higher summer temperatures and increased demand for agricultural irrigation, the Cabildo’s Councillor for the Primary Sector, Valentín González, said the island is in a more favourable position than last summer.
According to the Cabildo, current reservoir levels are expected to provide sufficient water supplies for Tenerife’s agricultural sector throughout the summer months.