Gran Canaria · December
Low seasonSpain · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 21° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 26° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 25° | 23° |
MINMIN | 16° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 22° | 21° | 19° | 17° |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 20° | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 21° |
🌧Rain Days | 2d19mm | 3d25mm | 1d10mm | 0d4mm | 0d1mm | 0d0mm | 0d1mm | 0d1mm | 1d5mm | 2d20mm | 2d14mm | 2d15mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
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.
