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Is Costa Adeje warm in December?

Costa Adeje is a popular beach resort on the south coast of Tenerife in the Canary Islands. Sitting off North Africa, the islands have a subtropical climate which brings warm weather to the resort all year round. December is the start of winter in Costa Adeje, but temperatures are still warm without being overly hot.



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It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 24 C and the average daily minimum is 17 C.

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Average daily temperatures It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 24 C and the average daily minimum is 17 C.

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Temperature in Tenerife in December Tenerife is a popular place for sun seekers in December with average maximum temperatures a pleasant 22.2 °C (70 °F) combined with about six hours of sunshine.

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FAQ about the warmest places in winter in the Canary Islands The south of Tenerife and the south of Gran Canaria, especially Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan, are the sunniest places in the Canary Islands in the months of December, January and February.

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The rest of the island has its own charm, mainly in its quaint villages, like Masca and Icod, and in Teide National Park, home of Spain's highest mountain. Thanks to its atypical weather, December is one of the best times of the year to visit Tenerife.

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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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Yes, the average temperature in December during the daytime is 22.7°C (80.2°F), which is hot enough for sunbathing. Can you sunbathe in Tenerife in December? Yes, it is possible to sunbathe and go swimming in Tenerife in December, especially in the south of the island.

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From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.

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For me, Playa del Duque is the best Costa Adeje Beach. It's in a little cove, meaning the water is gentle and has gorgeous soft sand, a great view across the coast and lots of fabulous beach cafes and bars along the pedestrianised promenade.

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The resorts on Tenerife's south coast, like Los Cristianos, Playa de las Americas or Costa Adeje get more sunshine, less rain and can be (on average) several degrees warmer than the towns in the north, like Puerto de la Cruz.

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Costa Adeje simply means Adeje's coast, Adeje being the municipality which administers the area. Playa de las Américas, on the other hand, is part of neighbouring Arona municipality. The border between the two is the Barranco del Rey which reaches the coast between C.C. Veronicas and Playa Troya II.

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August is the hottest month in Costa Adeje with an average temperature of 24°C (75°F) and the coldest is January at 18°C (64°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 10 in August. The wettest month is December with an average of 42.5mm of rain.

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Christmas and New Year's Eve are also busy in Tenerife, as holidaymakers enjoy the seasonal festivities. Therefore, unfortunately, those looking to make the most of the nightlife and parties Tenerife has to offer are likely to spend more than those in search of a quieter sojourn.

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Temperature in Tenerife in December Winters are wetter on the island, particularly in the north of the island which is most exposed to the northeast trade winds, but rainfall amounts remain minimal at 31 mm and an average of 21 dry days each month.

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The high tourist season in Tenerife is in August (when schools are closed) but also around the Christmas and NYE holidays (when people escape winter from mainland Europe). If you visit in the other winter months you will find less crowds and cheaper prices.

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The southern side of Tenerife is nearly always warmer and so might be the best spot to visit during the coldest month of the year.

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Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine! Sunny weather in the Canary Islands at Christmas, along with all the festive goodies?

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December-February The islands especially see a lot of older tourists, looking to bask in the warmer weather, though it may be a bit too cool for sunbathing. Average temperatures hover between 60 and 71 degrees make for pleasant strolls along the beach and through the national parks.

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Average monthly temperatures For the highest temperatures the best time to visit Costa Adeje is between June and September although the sub tropical climate offers sunshine throughout the year and winter months are equally popular with visitors.

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Costa Adeje is generally safe for female travelers. The area is well-policed and has a low crime rate. Women should take the same precautions as they would in any other tourist destination, such as avoiding walking alone at night, being aware of their surroundings, and not leaving valuables unattended.

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