The weather in December in Tenerife

It's warm in December in Tenerife 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.

Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Tenerife. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Tenerife, Spain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 29°C in 2019, Tenerife 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.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Tenerife is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.

Rainfall amount

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.

Daily weather in December for Tenerife

Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tenerife. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

December weather comparison

  Tenerife New York
Average temperature 23°C 9°C
Max. temperature 24°C 12°C
Min. temperature 16°C -5°C
Total precipitation 31 mm 133 mm
Rainy days 6 days 17 days

Start of December

The month of December starts in Tenerife with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 17°C.

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 Tenerife 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.

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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.

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The climate in Tenerife is based on weather data from Playa de las Americas. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Tenerife to get the full picture of the climate.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in December in Tenerife, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in December in Tenerife

Temperature in December in Tenerife over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Tenerife, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in December in Tenerife

Total precipitation in December in Tenerife over the years

Daily UV index in December in Tenerife

This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Tenerife, 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.

Weather experiences in December in Tenerife

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Tenerife in December was pleasant with temperatures around 18 degrees Celsius, but also some rainy days. Suitable for those who want to celebrate Christmas in a mild climate.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Tenerife by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tenerife. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.