What is the weather like in Tenerife in December?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Tenerife in December?

Tenerife in December scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Tenerife in December?

December in Tenerife is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Tenerife Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 8

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 24

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Atlantic Ocean(Atlántico)

22.2°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

☀️Warm

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Atlantic Ocean

Atlántico

Tenerife coastline

Essential Travel Info for Tenerife

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Spanish

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Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.603

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

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Moderate

50/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Nov

Low

May

Monthly Traffic Distribution

100

Jan

119

Feb

119

Mar

Apr

May

132

Jun

148

Jul

135

Aug

137

Sep

133

Oct

203

Nov

150

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Manchester (MAN)

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Birmingham (BHX)

London Stansted (STN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Spain. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Spain.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Spain poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Spain are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Spain who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Spain.If rabies exposures occur while in Spain, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Tenerife?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(65/100)

Short Answer

Bundle up for Tenerife in December: temperatures hover around 9°C during the day and drop to 3°C at night. Just 16% rain probability but bring winter layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Rough sea conditions

2.08m average wave height - Surfers Only

Pleasant swimming conditions

22.2°C sea temperature

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

High altitude destination

2502m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

9.1h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Photographers
9.1h sunshine, 51% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
2.08m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
76% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Tenerife in December averages 9°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Tenerife in December

What are the temperatures in Tenerife in December?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Tenerife in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Tenerife in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Tenerife?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Tenerife Weather in December