It's possible to swim in the sea at this time of year but it's generally a little too cool for most. The average sea temperature is 21 C.
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December is the ideal time to visit Lanzarote if you want to escape the cold, blustery conditions back home and soak up six hours of daily Canary Islands' sunshine. And with an average sea temperature of 20°C, it's warm enough for swimming in the sea.
Sea temperature in December in LanzaroteThe water temperature is usually warm enough for you to swim and we have been in the water in December, as well as in January and it was ok - not super warm like in the summer, but warm enough to still enjoy it.
This also depends on which beach you choose, since beaches that are more sheltered will have a warmer sea temperature. We've been able to swim in December in the Canaries several times, as well as all the other winter months, although there can be significant differences from year to year.
December is one of the coolest months of the year in Tenerife, Canary Islands. But compared to the rest of Europe, it's still a lot warmer and you can usually still sunbathe and swim in the sea.
And if you wonder which is the warmest side of Lanzarote, the answer is always south. Head to the southern part of the island for warmer weather as coasts are sheltered from the winds. Contrarily, the northern part of Lanzarote is usually a bit colder and cloudier due to the trade winds.
Playa la Francesa is essentially two stretches of demerara-sugar-soft sand, backed by volcanic rock and dunes. It's a south-facing beach – this means calm, swimmable waters – as well as an anchoring point for boats conducting day trips.
Lanzarote is a year round holiday destination so when you visit during the Christmas and New Year periods you can expect to find everything open as normal. This includes the beaches and all attractions and activities.
Is it windy in Lanzarote during December? Expect moderate breeze becoming stronger at times during December, with occasional gusts up to 20mph. With moderate humidity and mild air temperatures, the breeze will have a slight cooling effect.
Lanzarote tends to be the hottest and most arid of the Canaries, as it is closest to the Sahara desert and because it is one of the lowest lying islands.
The average high temperature in Lanzarote is 22ºC in December, which is perfectly warm enough to relax on the beach and enjoy the winter sun. You should pack a warmer jumper for the evenings as things can get a bit cool, with temperatures dropping to around 14ºC at night.
Wear a sun hat to protect the top of your head, the back of your neck and your face from the sun. Limit the number of hours you spend in full sun, particularly between 11am and 3pm.
The average temperature during the day is 20 - 21°C, while at night you can expect temperatures of around 14°C. Although you might need a light jacket or cardigan at night.
Is Lanzarote Windy? For most of the year Lanzarote is quite a windy island. In the summer this can be a blessing as it helps to give a cooler feel to the hot summer temperatures, although sometimes it can be a bit of a pain with dust and sand blowing around.
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.
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.