Where to go in Spain in December
Ranked by how December scores at each place on weather, crowds and price.
Spain weather in December
Typical conditions in Spain during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
The best time to visit Spain
Taken across the whole country, January · November · February tends to give the strongest mix of weather, space and value. Individual destinations shift that window, sometimes by months — the table below is the honest version.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Spain in December?
Typical conditions in Spain during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast. Average highs sit around 15°C with lows near 7°C.
Where should you go in Spain in December?
Tenerife, Valencia, Barcelona.
What is the best month to visit Spain?
January, November, February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation.