December Weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to 16°C (62°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz de Tenerife throughout December hovers around 72%.

16°C (62°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

21°C (70°F)

Maximum temperature

72%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Santa Cruz de Tenerife averages 26 mm (1.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 57% probability of sunny days during this period.

26 mm (1.0 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 15 minutes

Sunshine hours

57%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Santa Cruz de Tenerife reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 2 4 5 5 5 3 2 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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