December weather - Winter 2024 - Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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Weather in December

Closing out the year, December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife experiences the onset of pleasant winter weather. Although temperatures settle to their lowest of the year, outdoor activities are still enjoyable due to the region's mild winter. December, marked by shorter days and a progressive drop in sea temperatures, also invites an increase in rainfall. Noteworthy is the barometric pressure, resetting its yearly cycle by peaking at 1021.3mb. As the year concludes, residents and visitors can anticipate the weather cycle to begin anew with gentle January temperatures.

Temperature

Santa Cruz de Tenerife records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 19.8°C (67.6°F) in December, maintaining a close correlation with November's 20.9°C (69.6°F). December notes an average low temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, subtly down from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F).
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 18:19 WET.

Sunshine

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average sunshine in December is 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, is 19.8°C (67.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The average relative humidity in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in December, the average water temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). Swimming in 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The month with the shortest days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average day length in December is 10h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 18:19 WET.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz de Tenerife have in December?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average sunshine duration in December is 9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

How high is the UV index in December in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

20.9°C 69.6°F

19.8°C 67.6°F

18.4°C 65.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

20.1km/h 12.5mph

20.2km/h 12.6mph

19.7km/h 12.2mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.3

8.6

7.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.4

16.3

16.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average high temperature in December: 19.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and October (23°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average wind speed in December: 19.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (22.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (25mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June and July (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average sea temperature in December: 20.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (19.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

Average sunshine in December: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average UV index in December: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

December weather forecast
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

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