December 23 is generally a great time to visit Tenerife. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 8°C weather. It's a lively time to explore Tenerife, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Tenerife
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Tenerife Weather Forecast for December 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 8°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Tenerife in December
Based on historical data for December 23, Tenerife typically experiences temperatures between 1.8°C and 8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Tenerife
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
5.5°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1022.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Tenerife Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% 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
3.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
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
74/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~150
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Tenerife
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:56
☀️ Noon
13:06
🌇 Sunset
18:17
⏱️ Daylight
10h 20m
Wind Speed
14.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Tenerife
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, Tenerife on December 23 averages 8°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 59/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Tenerife Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 29
8.9°C • 13% rain
Score
69
December 30
8.9°C • 11% rain
Score
69
December 28
8.7°C • 15% rain
Score
68
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Tenerife Worth Visiting on December 23?
Planning a trip to Tenerife on December 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 8°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 150 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 21.9°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.28m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 10.9°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to -5.7°C in 2017.