What to See in Tenerife’s Night Sky in July – Shooting Stars: The Delta Aquariids Begin

Stargazing in Tenerife – What’s in the Sky This July?

July is one of the most magical months for stargazing in Tenerife. With warm, clear nights and world-class dark skies, this is your chance to see dozens of constellations, distant galaxies, shooting stars, and zodiac signs come to life above the volcanic landscape.


Join a Night Skies Tenerife guided tour and experience these celestial wonders up close through powerful telescopes, led by passionate local astronomers who know where to look and when.


Here’s what you’ll see in Tenerife’s night sky this July:

Shooting Stars: The Delta Aquariids Begin

The Delta Aquariids are an annual meteor shower that peaks in late July and early August, offering skywatchers the chance to see 20–25 meteors per hour under dark skies.


The meteors appear to radiate from the constellation Aquarius, near the star Delta Aquarii, giving the shower its name.


Active From: July 12

Best Viewing:  After midnight, especially late July

Peak: Around 30 July


You might catch early meteors streaking across the Milky Way during your tour — an unexpected thrill for lucky skywatchers.

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Constellations Over Tenerife in July

July offers some of the most iconic summer constellations in full view from Tenerife:


  • Scorpius – Look south for the famous curved tail and bright red heart, Antares, the “Rival of Mars.”


  • Sagittarius – Shaped like a teapot, this constellation points straight at the Milky Way’s galactic centre.


  • Cygnus – The graceful Swan flying down the starry river of the Milky Way.


  • Lyra – Home to the bright star Vega and the stunning Ring Nebula (M57).


  • Aquila – Marked by Altair, part of the famous Summer Triangle.


  • Hercules – Hosting the spectacular Great Globular Cluster (M13), a dense ball of 300,000 stars.


All of these are visible with the naked eye, but through our telescopes, they become truly unforgettable.

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Galaxies and Deep Sky Objects

From Teide National Park’s altitude and darkness, deep-sky viewing is phenomenal. In July, you can spot:


  • The Andromeda Galaxy rising later in the night – the closest spiral galaxy to our own.


  • The Ring Nebula (M57) in Lyra – the glowing remains of a dying star.


  • The Ptolemy Cluster (M007) - An open cluster in the tail of Scorpius - 980LY away.


  • The Dumbbell Nebula (M27) in Vulpecula – another planetary nebula glowing like a cosmic butterfly.


  • Globular Clusters in Hercules and Ophiuchus – ancient star cities orbiting our galaxy.


With Night Skies Tenerife, these aren’t just distant names — they’re live, in-telescope experiences.

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Zodiac Signs in July’s Sky

July is dominated by two zodiac constellations:


  • Cancer (The Crab): Setting in the west after sunset, home to the Beehive Cluster (M44) – a brilliant open cluster of young stars.


  • Leo (The Lion): Fading fast, but still visible early in the evening.


  • Virgo and Libra: High in the sky in early evening, both zodiac signs are prominent near the ecliptic path.


  • Scorpius and Sagittarius: Rising in the south, these are key summer zodiac constellations tied to mythology and astrology.


Your guide will use lasers to outline these signs and share their cultural stories, myths, and celestial secrets.

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The Moon Phases

For the darkest skies and the most stars, the best time is a couple of days after the full moon, for three weeks. Father's day on the 15th will be the ideal time for stargazing in June.


New Moon

27th May - The moon will be completely dark and not visible from Earth.


First Quarter

3rd June - The right half of the moon will be illuminated, providing good viewing conditions.


Full Moon

11th June - The entire face of the moon will be illuminated, making it bright and prominent in the night sky.


Last Quarter

18th June - The left half of the moon will be illuminated as it transitions back to a new moon.

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Stargazing in Teide National Park

Tenerife’s Teide National Park is an official Starlight Tourist Destination, offering some of the clearest skies in the Northern Hemisphere.


At 2,000m above sea level, above the clouds and away from light pollution, this is the perfect stage for July’s celestial theatre.


Experience July’s Skies with Night Skies Tenerife

Want to see it all for yourself? Our Sunset & Stargazing Tours combines natural beauty, scientific discovery, and unforgettable views:


  • Optional Canarian dinner
  • Cava toast at sunset above the clouds
  • Telescope viewing of galaxies, planets, star clusters & more
  • Laser-guided tour of constellations and zodiac signs
  • Chance to catch shooting stars under pristine skies
  • Pick-up and drop-off from major Tenerife resorts


Whether you're an astronomy enthusiast, a family looking for a unique adventure, or a couple seeking a romantic experience under the stars, Night Skies Tenerife offers the ultimate night out.

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