December 18 is generally a great time to visit La Palma. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. La Palma is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for La Palma
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
La Palma Weather Forecast for December 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.2°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in La Palma in December
Based on historical data for December 18, La Palma typically experiences temperatures between 17.3°C and 21.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for La Palma
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
21.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.4°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.4 hPa
Medium volatility
La Palma Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.6°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Busy
69/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~29
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in La Palma
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:59
☀️ Noon
14:08
🌇 Sunset
19:18
⏱️ Daylight
10h 19m
Wind Speed
33.3 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in La Palma
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, La Palma on December 18 averages 21.2°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
La Palma Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 25
20.8°C • 19% rain
Score
92
December 11
21.2°C • 21% rain
Score
91
December 24
20.7°C • 20% rain
Score
91
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📍 Is La Palma Worth Visiting on December 18?
Planning a trip to La Palma on December 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.2°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 29 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 22.3°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.51m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.5°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to 11.8°C in 2021.