Gran Canaria · December
Low seasonSpain · Africa
Max Temp
22.1°C
Min Temp
17°C
Sunshine
7.4 h/day
Rain Days
2 days
Water Temp
20.6°C
Rainfall
15.1 mm
Humidity
65%
Avg Temp
19.3°C
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
December is an acceptable travel month for Gran Canaria — conditions are fine, though May, June, July, August, September, October, and November offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 17°C at night (daily average: 19°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 15 mm total. The sea is 21°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Ruhige Nachsaison: Temperaturen konstant angenehm, die Inselmitte um Tejeda und Artenara fast leer. Beste Zeit für den Ruta de los Volcanes und die Roque Nublo-Wanderung.
Packing list for Gran Canaria in December
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
- December is not an optimal month for Gran Canaria (Score: 75/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Gran Canaria in December?
- In December, Gran Canaria sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 17°C, with a daily average of 19°C.
- How much rain falls in Gran Canaria in December?
- In December, Gran Canaria receives an average of 15 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Gran Canaria get in December?
- Gran Canaria averages 7 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Gran Canaria in December?
- Water temperature in Gran Canaria in December averages 21°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
