ColombiaAverage weather for Santa Marta in December
It's warm in December in Santa Marta with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Santa Marta with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 19°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Santa Marta is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 257 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Santa Marta in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
257 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
25 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 Santa Marta?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Santa Marta. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Santa Marta runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2015, Santa Marta reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Santa Marta, 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 Santa Marta
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Santa Marta, 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 25 days of precipitation in Santa Marta.
Daily UV index in December in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Santa Marta, 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 Santa Marta over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Santa Marta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Santa Marta over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Santa Marta, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Santa Marta
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Average weather in Santa Marta by month
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