ColombiaAverage weather for La Guajira in December
It's hot in December in La Guajira with an average temperature of 33°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 25°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in La Guajira with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°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 25°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 La Guajira is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 27 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
La Guajira in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
27 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 La Guajira?
December is a good month to be in La Guajira for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
The hurricane season in La Guajira runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2015, La Guajira reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in La Guajira
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for La Guajira, 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 La Guajira
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for La Guajira, 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 10 days of precipitation in La Guajira.
Daily UV index in December in La Guajira
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in La Guajira, 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 La Guajira over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in La Guajira, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in La Guajira over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in La Guajira, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for La Guajira
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Average weather in La Guajira by month
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