What to expect in Tenerife in December
December is a strong choice for Tenerife: 22° / 17°, with the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Tenerife weather in December
Typical conditions in Tenerife during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 22°C 72°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 17°C 63°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 34/100 |
| Total rainfall | 43 mm1.7 in |
| Rainy days | 9 |
| Sea temperature | 21°C 70°F |
| Daylight | 10 h 22 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Rainfall figures are for Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Average highs sit around 22°C with lows near 17°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Tenerife — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Light layers for 22°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 17°C.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Tenerife. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 4% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Tenerife in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 26° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November | 24° / 18° | High | $$ | 60 |
| December · This month | 22° / 17° | High | $$$ | 49 |
| January | 21° / 15° | High | $$$ | 51 |
| February | 21° / 15° | High | $$$ | 48 |
These months score higher for Tenerife on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
