Spain weather in December
In December, popular resorts in Spain (Málaga, Marbella, Benidorm, Alicante, Palma) average 15°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 39 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 3°C cooler than in November, and in January days average 15°C.
It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach. The sea is cold.
Warmest resorts in Spain in December
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adeje | 21°C | 19°C | 21°C | 37 mm |
| Arona | 21°C | 19°C | 21°C | 37 mm |
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | 20°C | 18°C | 21°C | 28 mm |
| Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 20°C | 18°C | 20°C | 39 mm |
| Málaga | 15°C | 12°C | 14°C | 71 mm |
| Benidorm | 15°C | 11°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
| Palma | 15°C | 13°C | 16°C | 51 mm |
| Marbella | 15°C | 9°C | 13°C | 81 mm |
| Alicante | 14°C | 5°C | 14°C | 33 mm |
Spain weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in Spain in December?
In December, popular resorts in Spain (Málaga, Marbella, Benidorm, Alicante, Palma) average 15°C by day and 13°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 39 mm of rain falls during the month. It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach.
What is the sea temperature in Spain in December?
About 16°C on average. The warmest water is in Adeje (21°C).
Where is it warmest in Spain in December?
The warmest place is Adeje (21°C by day), followed by Arona (21°C) and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (20°C).
Does it rain in Spain in December?
On average 39 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.