Meloneras Weather in December
December in Meloneras is a warm Christmas — one of the finest in Europe. With daytime highs of 21°C, 6 hours of sunshine per day, and a sea still at 20°C, the resort delivers festive season conditions that are genuinely outdoors-friendly. Christmas lunch on the promenade, New Year's Eve at the Casino with Atlantic views, and morning beach walks on December 25th are not fantasies here — they are normal. Meloneras in December is the choice of those who know. The resort decorates with understated elegance, the promenade restaurants run full Christmas and New Year programmes, and the Casino hosts the south coast's most refined New Year's Eve celebration. It is, for many repeat visitors, the finest month of the resort year.
Avg High
21°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rain Days
4 days
UV Index
4
Humidity
68%
Sea Temp
20°C
Sun Hours
6 hrs/day
Rain (mm)
33 mm
Climate Detail
December is the wettest month in Meloneras, averaging 33mm across 4 days — the most rain of any month in the year. In practical terms, this means approximately 27 dry days. Atlantic fronts pass through, bringing brief but sometimes intense rain, followed rapidly by clear skies. The UV index drops to 4 — the annual minimum — making long outdoor days comfortable without aggressive sun protection. Sea temperature cools from November's 22°C to 20°C in December — still swimmable, particularly on calm, sunny mornings. December is also the calmest month for wind in Meloneras, which makes the beach and promenade particularly comfortable on sunny days.
What to Do in December
Christmas on the Meloneras promenade
The resort decorates with tasteful lighting and the restaurants and hotel terraces run full Christmas menus. Christmas Day lunch outdoors on the Meloneras paseo — 21°C, Atlantic horizon, palm trees — is one of the most civilised Christmas experiences available in Europe.
Casino Gran Canaria New Year's Eve
The Casino hosts the south coast's most elegant New Year's celebration — gaming, live entertainment, dinner, and the midnight fireworks over the Atlantic. One of the finest New Year's settings in the Canary Islands.
December morning beach walks
The beach at Meloneras in December — calm, warm at 20°C sea, low-angle sun, and almost no other visitors — is one of the most restoring walks the resort offers.
Luxury hotel Christmas packages
The 5-star hotels run full Christmas and New Year packages — gala dinners, entertainment programmes, and special menus. Booking well in advance is essential for December.
Day trip to Las Palmas Christmas market
The 45-minute drive north takes you to the historic Vegueta district's Christmas market, the living nativity, and Las Palmas' cathedral lit up for the season — one of the finest Christmas city experiences in Spain.
What to Pack
- ✓Layered clothing — warm days, cooler evenings
- ✓A proper rain jacket — December showers can be heavy
- ✓A warm layer for evenings — 16°C with a December breeze needs a proper jacket
- ✓Sunscreen SPF 30 for beach walks
- ✓Smart formal attire for Christmas and New Year dinners — Meloneras dress standards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Meloneras in December?+
December in Meloneras is mild with the most rain — 21°C highs, 15°C nights, 6 hours of sunshine on clear days, 33mm of rain across 4 days, and sea at 21°C. UV index 4. Christmas in the luxury resort strip.
Is December a good time to visit Meloneras?+
For luxury winter sun, yes — 21°C days, the five-star resort fully operational, and the boutique promenade and Casino Gran Canaria in Christmas season. December is the wettest month (33mm/4 days) but most days are sunny. The combination of fine dining, heated pools, and the mild Canarian winter makes Meloneras a compelling December luxury destination.
Is Meloneras good for Christmas?+
Meloneras is among the finest Christmas resort destinations in Europe. Temperatures of 21°C, outdoor dining on the promenade, the Casino New Year celebration, and the luxury hotel Christmas programmes make it a special and genuinely warm festive season. It is popular and books up months in advance — December reservations require early planning.
What is New Year's Eve like in Meloneras?+
The Casino Gran Canaria hosts the most elegant New Year's Eve event on the south coast. The hotel terraces and promenade restaurants run special New Year programmes, and the midnight fireworks over the Atlantic are spectacular. It is a refined alternative to the beach party atmosphere of Playa del Inglés.
How rainy is December in Meloneras?+
December averages 33mm of rain across 4 days — the wettest month of the year. This still leaves approximately 27 dry days. When it rains in December it can rain heavily, but showers pass quickly. The south coast receives less rain than Las Palmas due to the mountain shelter effect.
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