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El Médano Weather in December

December in El Médano averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. It is the wettest month of the year, with 51 mm (2 in) of rainfall on average, so waterproof gear is a must.

Rainfall in El Médano in December

With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain, averaging 51 mm (2 in) in total. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in El Médano in December

December tends to be one of the perfect months in El Médano, with 20°C (68°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in El Médano in December

With about 171 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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El Médano Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 51 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Tenerife, Spain (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in December

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in El Médano in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in El Médano in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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