Santa Cruz de Tenerife weather in December (Canary Islands, Spain)
Is December a good time to explore Santa Cruz de Tenerife weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife during December, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 20°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 18°C.
Precipitation
Santa Cruz de Tenerife in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 8 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife. April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and March tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
20°C *
Chance of Rain
26%
Precipitation
40 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
171 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
50% *
Where to go in Spain in December
Find out more about the weather in Spain and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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