☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 21°C
It's mild at 21°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Gran Canaria in December has an average air temperature of 21°C with sea temperatures around 21°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 30mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
The sea is 21°C — refreshing but swimmable, especially on sunny days. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Gran Canaria offers mild weather in December — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Gran Canaria stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Canaria | 21°C | 21°C | 30mm | 6h |
| Agadir | 21°C | 18°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 21°C | 23°C | 2mm | 8h |
| Dubai | 22°C | 24°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Hurghada | 22°C | 23°C | 1mm | 8h |
| Lanzarote | 20°C | 20°C | 25mm | 6h |
See how Gran Canaria's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Gran Canaria in December has average temperatures of 21°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 21°C.
The sea at 21°C is refreshing but swimmable.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
December is decent for visiting Gran Canaria — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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