December · Spain
Best time to visit Tenerife in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tenerife in December
Average temperature 19°C, 36 mm of rain, about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 8
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Tenerife scores 6.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 36 mm of rain, and roughly 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tenerife pairs Mount Teide's volcanic heights with black-sand beaches and year-round sun.
December in Tenerife — middling scores, decent value
December averages 19°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 36 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 daylight hours.
It scores 6/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 3.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tenerife in December?
- In December, Tenerife averages 19°C, 36 mm of rain, and about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Tenerife?
- December earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tenerife in December?
- Expect about 36 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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