| Month | Average high / low (°C) | Average temperature (°C) | Rain (mm) | Daylight hours listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 24 / 19 | 21.3 | 34 | 178 |
| December | 23 / 17 | 19.4 | 43 | 168 |
| January | 21 / 16 | 18.2 | 32 | 178 |
Source: the tourist board's climate pages, based on figures from Spain's national weather service (read 7 November 2026). The board labels the last column "average monthly daylight hours".
Events listed for December 2026
The tourist board's calendar lists these events for Christmas week (read 7 November 2026): For the festive season, see Tenerife at Christmas. For autumn dates, see Tenerife in November.
| Date | Event | Place |
|---|---|---|
| 17 December | Pablo Sainz-Villegas, chamber music series | Auditorio de Tenerife |
| 18 December to 5 January | 35th PIT, Children's and Youth Park of Tenerife | listed on the calendar |
| 20 December | The Soul of Gospel | Auditorio de Tenerife |
| 25 December | Christmas concert | Santa Cruz port, Dársena de Los Llanos |
| 26 to 30 December | The Phantom of the Opera, national tour | Auditorio de Tenerife |
| 26 December | San Silvestre runs in Tejina and Candelaria | Tejina, Candelaria |
| 31 December | 42nd San Silvestre run | La Laguna |
Puerto de la Cruz also holds its Bach festival in December (tourist board).
Closed on 24, 25 and 31 December, 1 and 6 January
- MUNA, the museum of nature and archaeology in Santa Cruz, is closed on 24, 25 and 31 December and on 1 and 6 January.
- The La Orotava Botanical Garden is closed on 1 January, Good Friday and Christmas Day.
- Official guided walks in Teide National Park run all year except 1 and 6 January and 25 December.
- The Palmetum is open every day, including holidays, from 10:00 to 18:00.
Weather by area
- South. Drier and sunnier, with more sun hours than the north. For a beach week, Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos are the bases; see where to stay in Costa Adeje and where to stay in Los Cristianos.
- North. Cooler and greener with moderate rainfall. Puerto de la Cruz stays between 15 and 22 °C all year.
- Mountain. The peaks of Las Cañadas del Teide are often covered in snow in winter, and the park has typical subalpine weather. Wear proper footwear. The board advises warm clothes and a rain jacket in any season.
- Sea. For boat trips from Los Gigantes, the board's best period runs from November to May; see Los Gigantes.
Ideas for a December week
- A day on the south coast beaches and promenade.
- A boat trip: the common dolphin is seen mostly in winter and the pilot whale all year; see Tenerife boat trips.
- A Teide day with the cable car (3,555 m in about 8 minutes), keeping the 6:00 pm cancellation deadline in mind: you can change the date free until 6:00 pm the day before.
- A concert at the Auditorio de Tenerife, designed by Santiago Calatrava, or a walk through Santa Cruz.
- A trip to the north: Puerto de la Cruz and Garachico.
Mistakes to avoid
- Planning a museum visit on 24, 25 or 31 December or 1 January without checking the closures above.
- Expecting a beach day in the north. The north is the cooler, cloudier side.
- Booking without comparing dates. Rates depend on the date, so compare accommodation by date in the Booking box.
FAQ
What is the weather in Tenerife in December?
Average highs of 23 °C and lows of 17 °C, with about 43 mm of rain on average (tourist board).
Is it warm enough for the beach in December?
The south coast beaches are in use all year, though the water and evenings are cooler than in summer.
Is there snow in Tenerife in December?
Snow can cover the Teide peaks in winter while the coast stays warm.
What is open on Christmas Day?
The Palmetum is open daily; MUNA and the Botanical Garden are closed on 25 December.
The Tenerife Authority editorial team, 7 November 2026.
