Month-specific sea-surface temperature · Spain

Tenerife Sea Temperature in December

22.1°C

71.8°F

In December, sea-surface temperature near Tenerife has a historical monthly average of 22.1°C. This is not the reading for any particular holiday date.

Across 2022–2025, the lowest and highest yearly December monthly means were 21.3–22.8°C. These are not daily extremes.

Previous month

November · 23.3°C

Change into December: -1.2°C

Next month

January · 21.0°C

Change into next month: -1.1°C

Can you swim or snorkel in Tenerife in December?

At 22.1°C our temperature-only guide describes the water as mild water. Comfort depends on your cold tolerance, immersion time and wind. A historical average cannot determine whether conditions are safe on any given day.

Do you need a wetsuit?

A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.

Which beach should you choose?

Look for a beach sheltered from the actual forecast waves and wind on your visit. Exposure, currents and entry conditions vary even where water temperatures are similar. Follow local warnings.

Tenerife has exposed and sheltered coasts. Water temperature can be similar while wind and waves differ, so check the forecast for the exact beach.

Check the current waves, wind and snorkeling forecast →

A live forecast does not predict a future December. Check again close to your trip.

Tenerife Sea Temperature: All 12 Months

Choose a month for available historical evidence, month comparisons and swim guidance. Missing history is clearly marked and never presented as a long-term normal.

January 21.0°C February 20.2°C March 20.4°C April 20.7°C May 21.4°C June 22.6°C July 23.3°C August 24.1°C September 24.3°C October 24.3°C November 23.3°C December 22.1°C

Data source and limitations

Source: Open-Meteo Marine API, MeteoFrance sea-surface temperature; 2022–2025. Marine model grid near 28.29, -16.63. Based on 4 yearly monthly means and 2976 recorded samples. Source methodology.

Modelled sea-surface temperatures do not establish underwater visibility, wildlife, calm currents or safe entry.