ColombiaThe weather in December in Barranquilla
It's hot in December in Barranquilla with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
December is a good month to be in Barranquilla for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Barranquilla, Colombia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2023, Barranquilla reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 36 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in December for Barranquilla
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Barranquilla. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Barranquilla | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 36 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Barranquilla with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Barranquilla is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Barranquilla runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Barranquilla, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Barranquilla
Temperature in December in Barranquilla over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Barranquilla, Colombia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Barranquilla
Total precipitation in December in Barranquilla over the years
Daily UV index in December in Barranquilla
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Barranquilla, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Barranquilla by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Barranquilla. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.