Average weather for Colombia in December
It's hot in December in Colombia with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Colombia with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 26°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Colombia 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. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In December, there is an average of 39 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Colombia in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
39 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 17 days | |
November
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.
Is December a good time to visit Colombia?
December is a good month to be in Colombia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Colombia runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 59°C in 2015, Colombia reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Check out the climate of Colombia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Colombia is based on weather data from Cartagena. Other places, like Bogotá, Medellín or San Andrés, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Colombia to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in December in Colombia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Colombia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Colombia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Colombia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Colombia.
Daily UV index in December in Colombia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Colombia, 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.
Temperature in December in Colombia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Colombia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Colombia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Colombia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Colombia
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Colombia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Colombia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Colombia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
