Average weather for the Canary Islands in December
It's warm in December in the Canary Islands with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Canary Islands with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 17°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 23°C, with nights around 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Canary Islands is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at the Canary Islands is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 31 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Canary Islands in December |
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23°C | 9°C | |
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24°C | 12°C | |
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22°C | -5°C | |
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31 mm | 133 mm | |
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6 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit the Canary Islands?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in the Canary Islands. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2019, the Canary Islands reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in the Canary Islands
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for the Canary Islands, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in the Canary Islands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for the Canary Islands, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in the Canary Islands.
Daily UV index in December in the Canary Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in the Canary Islands, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in the Canary Islands over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in the Canary Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in the Canary Islands over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in the Canary Islands, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for the Canary Islands
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in the Canary Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in the Canary Islands by month
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