Tenerife weather in December

Christmas sun: around 22–23°C in the south and the shortest days. Expect average highs of 22.8°C, lows of 16.5°C, about 195 hours of sunshine and a sea temperature of 20–21°C in the south of the island.

Average high22.8°C
Average low16.5°C
Sunshine195 hrs
Rainy days3–4
Sea20–21°C
Sunset (mid-month)18:14

Averages from AEMET (Tenerife South airport, 1981–2010), a good guide for Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje. Sun times are calculated for Los Cristianos in Tenerife time. For today's forecast see Tenerife weather today.

What the weather feels like

Warm in the sun, cool in the shade. The wettest month in the south, though rain still only falls on a few days.

Evenings out in December

Cooler evenings — a jacket for Christmas and New Year’s Eve parties outdoors. We already have 4 shows listed for December 2026, and more are added every day.

Sunrise and sunset in December

DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
1 December07:4218:1210h 30m
15 December07:5118:1410h 23m
31 December07:5918:2210h 23m

For the best views, see our sunset spots guide.

What's on in Tenerife in December

See every show and event in December 2026 →

Useful guides for December

Christmas in Tenerife 2026: What's On, Where to Go and What to ExpectChristmas in Tenerife 2026: lights and nativity scenes, Christmas markets, Christmas Day lunch and shows in the resorts, weather, and what's open on 24–26 December.
New Year's Eve in Tenerife 2026: Where to CelebrateNew Year's Eve in Tenerife: free street parties in Los Cristianos, Adeje, Los Gigantes and Santa Cruz, fireworks, the 12 grapes tradition, bar and hotel parties and getting home.
Tenerife in Winter: Warm Sun, Events and Tips for Long StaysTenerife in winter: weather from November to February, the warmest areas, what's on (Christmas, NYE, Three Kings, carnival), nightlife, long-stay tips and what to pack.

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Is Tenerife hot in December?

In the south of Tenerife, December averages a high of 22.8°C and a low of 16.5°C. Christmas sun: around 22–23°C in the south and the shortest days.

Can you swim in the sea in Tenerife in December?

Yes, though the sea is refreshing rather than warm: around 20–21°C in December. Hotel pools are often heated in winter.

Does it rain in Tenerife in December?

The south averages 3–4 rainy days (1 mm or more) in December. The north of the island is wetter and cloudier all year.

What time is sunset in Tenerife in December?

In the south, the sun sets at about 18:12 on 1 December and 18:22 on 31 December (Tenerife time).

What should I wear in Tenerife in December in the evening?

Cooler evenings — a jacket for Christmas and New Year’s Eve parties outdoors.