Canary Islands

Canary Islands Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Canary Islands, Spain in December.

Thinking about venturing to the Canary Islands, Spain this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Canary Islands in December

The Canary Islands, Spain is a region in Spain. December in the Canary Islands generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Fasnia at 18°C (64°F) and warm in Llanos de la Concepción at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Llanos de la Concepción and 13°C (55°F) in Fasnia.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Canary Islands, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in La Pared with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Chio with 59 mm (2.3 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Puerto del Carmen.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Puerto del Carmen enjoys about 197 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Canary Islands by month

Best Places to Visit in the Canary Islands in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Canary Islands.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Canary Islands

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Canary Islands, Spain?

Temperature range in the Canary Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in the Canary Islands (December)

Puerto del Carmen

In December Puerto del Carmen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
197 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Playa Blanca

In December Playa Blanca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
197 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Playa del Ingles

In December Playa del Ingles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
178 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Adeje

In December Adeje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
171 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

In December Las Palmas de Gran Canaria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
178 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Canary Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto del Carmen 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Playa Blanca 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Playa del Ingles 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Adeje 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 20°C (68°F) 17°C (63°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F) 17°C (63°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

The Canary Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Canary Islands, Spain in December?

In December, the Canary Islands, Spain generally has perfect weather conditions. Puerto del Carmen sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in the Canary Islands, Spain in December?

Daytime temperatures in Puerto del Carmen peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in December, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does the Canary Islands, Spain get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Canary Islands, Spain during December, with Puerto del Carmen averaging close to 23 mm (0.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Canary Islands, Spain?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Puerto del Carmen, December might be a good time to visit the Canary Islands, Spain. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto del Carmen.

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