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ColombiaThe weather in December in Popayán
It's pleasantly warm in December in Popayán with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 14°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Popayán. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Popayán, 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 29°C in 2023, Popayán reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 310 mm of precipitation, spread over 30 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Popayán
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Popayán. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Popayán | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 310 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 30 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Popayán with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 23°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Popayán is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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 Popayán runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Popayán, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Popayán
Temperature in December in Popayán over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Popayán, 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 Popayán
Total precipitation in December in Popayán over the years
Daily UV index in December in Popayán
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Popayán, 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 Popayán by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Popayán. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.