Average rainfall's 56mm over six days with rain. Although it's winter there's still loads of sun in December, and you can expect ten hours of daylight with six hours of sunshine each day. UV levels will be moderate so you'll still need to use plenty of sun cream. Sunset's around 6.15pm at this time.
Can you swim in Tenerife in December?
Yes, it can be a few degrees warmer in the south of Tenerife and it almost never rains there. But it's also warm in the north of Tenerife. You'll also be able to go to the beach, sunbathe and swim.
What is the cloudiest month in Tenerife?
Tenerife weather in FebruaryIt is one of the cloudiest months of the year, but there is still around 6 hours of sunshine a day and will average at around 19°C.
How many hours of sunshine does Tenerife get in December?
Is it sunbathing weather in Tenerife in December?
With 6 hours of sunshine a day and sea temperatures of 22°C you can still have a pleasant time at the beach, even in December. It is also one of the wettest month of the year with 31mm of rain, though this is usually restricted to a few days of the month to the north side of the island.
Which side of Tenerife is sunniest?
In the north, the climate is wetter and cooler, which means it attracts fewer tourists. The south has more sunshine and warmer temperatures. This southern half is also less windy with fewer clouds, which gives a hotter climate.
Which Spanish island is warmest in December?
Gran CanariaGran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.
Is it better to go north or south of Tenerife?
The south is more sunny, dryer and warmer than the north, which is why most holidaymakers opt for this part of the island. However, rainfall can also occur there, as the microclimate is still very different in the south.