Is Gran Canaria warm at Christmas?

The toasty temperatures of the Canary Islands during Christmas are between 19ºC and 26ºC during the day and around 17ºC at night. Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine!



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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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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. Things get a bit cool in the evenings so don't forget to pack some warmer clothes.

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The warmest places in Gran Canaria in December are located in the south: Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan. Our second choice is the southern part of Tenerife, which is also hot and sunny most of the time in December.

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The most popular destinations for the Christmas holidays in the Canary Islands are Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife but that does not mean that the rest of the Canaries do not celebrate Christmas. On the contrary, Santa's bag of toys has many hidden surprises!

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In December, the Canary Islands, located off the northwest coast of Africa, experience the hottest temperatures in Spain.

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Is the sea warm enough in December to swim in Gran Canaria? Sea temperature average around 20°C in December. This is usually warm enough to take a dip in the sea in Gran Canaria in December. With the average air temperature of 19°C it could feel warmer in the water.

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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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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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In this way, we can say that if the weather is a determining factor when deciding the destination of your vacation, making a trip to the Canary Islands in December will be a great success. The islands where the climate is most favorable at any time of the year are Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote.

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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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If you want winter sun in Europe in December, your best bet is either Madeira or the Canary Islands. You can find warm temperatures and sunshine in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Greece and Malta, but fine weather isn't guaranteed.

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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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A mild climate all year: that's the eternal promise of the Canary Islands. In winter, average temperatures are around 20 degrees centigrade, and it rarely rains. It's perfect weather for sightseeing and exploring its beautiful volcanic landscapes.

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By far the busiest time of year here in the Canary Islands is Christmas week & especially the week over New Year.

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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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The best areas to stay when visiting Gran Canaria are: Maspalomas, Playa del Ingles, Puerto Rico, Puerto Mogan, Meloneras, San Agustin and of course Las Palmas. What is the nicest part of Gran Canaria? The south of Gran Canaria is the most popular for tourism and gets the best weather.

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Sunshine and rainfall There is a 63% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 37% chance of seeing some clouds, with on average 8mm of rainfall this month.

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

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There are two Gran Canaria water parks: one large one located in Maspalomas (Aqualand), and the other one smaller, less well known one (Lago Taurito) located further south, near Puerto Rico. Both are open all year round, and usually add new attractions almost every year.

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If you want winter sun in Europe in December, your best bet is either Madeira or the Canary Islands. You can find warm temperatures and sunshine in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Greece and Malta, but fine weather isn't guaranteed. Morocco is also an excellent option, only three hours flying time from the UK.

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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.

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Popular Paphos has an average high temperature of 19ºC in December, which is perfectly warm enough to relax on the beach when the sun's out. You'll want to bring some warmer clothes for the evenings as things can get a bit chilly, with temperatures dropping to 10ºC at night.

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