☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 20°C
It's mild at 20°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Tenerife in December has an average air temperature of 20°C with sea temperatures around 21°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 35mm of rainfall, which means light rainfall — occasional brief showers.
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.
Tenerife 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 Tenerife stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenerife | 20°C | 21°C | 35mm | 6h |
| Lanzarote | 20°C | 20°C | 25mm | 6h |
| Agadir | 21°C | 18°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Gran Canaria | 21°C | 21°C | 30mm | 6h |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 21°C | 23°C | 2mm | 8h |
| Dubai | 22°C | 24°C | 10mm | 8h |
See how Tenerife's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Tenerife in December has average temperatures of 20°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 Tenerife — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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