Can I sunbathe in Gran Canaria in December?

Gran Canaria's location around 150km off the western coast of North Africa means the island enjoys warm weather with not much rain in December. As one of the 'Islands of Eternal Spring', Gran Canaria's a great place for winter sun.



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The best restaurants in Gran Canaria On this occasion, we want to show you that the Canary Islands are the place Ideal to live an eternal summer. Therefore, visiting the Canary Islands in December can be a great option to show off a splendid natural tan in the middle of winter.

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Gran Canaria gets its hot weather being so close to the Sahara Desert, although winds and the cool Canary Current keep things comfortable in December. Although it's winter, you'll still be able to lounge around in your beach gear all day, as Gran Canaria has an average high temperature of 22ºC in December.

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Our recommendation for the best Canary Islands for winter sun is either TENERIFE or GRAN CANARIA.

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Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.

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Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winter The warmest Canary Island in winter is Tenerife. It boasts a warm climate all throughout the year, but in winter its temperatures are higher than the other islands.

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Regional variation Most tourist destinations are in the south of Gran Canaria to take advantage of the best weather. This part of the island enjoys the hottest temperatures, though it can get extremely hot when the wind blows from the Sahara. For cooler weather, the mountains inland from the coast offer some respite.

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In Gran Canaria, the minimum is expected in December at 11º with a maximum that oscillates between 20º C and in the south of the island can even reach 25ºC. So we advise you to bring, in addition to light clothes, a coat or sweater in case you visit the islands in that season.

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Arguineguin & Puerto Rico Right in the shadow of the highlands these two south-west Gran Canaria spots get 320 days per year of blue sky. The beaches at Puerto Rico, Patalavaca, Amadores and Arguineguín are your best bet for sunshine even if the rest of Gran Canaria is cloudy (which isn't very often).

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I've been to Gran Canaria in December three times and it was lovely each time. Low to mid 20s in temperature, and everything open as usual. Winter is peak season in the Canaries! It's more expensive to go then than in the summer.

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With an average high of 72°F (22°C), Gran Canaria is the hottest part of Spain in December. This island features a striking mix of black and white sand beaches, popular for both swimming and surfing. In fact, winter marks the high season for surfing.

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Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.

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December is considered high season in Gran Canaria, as lots of people come here during Christmas and New Year's Eve and places get booked many months in advance.

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Hotels with heated swimming pools in Gran Canaria
  • Hotel Club Green Oasis Maspalomas.
  • Hotel Abora Interclub Atlantic by Lopesan Hotels.
  • Hotel Maspalomas Resort by Dunas recommended for families with children.
  • Hotel Lopesan Baobab Resort inspired by Africa.
  • Hotel Suites & Villas by Dunas.


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if you prefer a relaxing holiday in quiet resorts, some of the places to avoid in Gran Canaria include areas where mass tourism is prevalent, such as the resorts of Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas. The island offers so much more than this, with diverse landscapes to explore, and a myriad of activities to enjoy.

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In general, the warmest parts of Tenerife (the south coast) have approximately the same average temperatures as the warmest parts of Gran Canaria (also the south coast).

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