Average weather for Quito in December
It's warm in December in Quito with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 12°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Quito with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 12°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Quito is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In December, there is an average of 172 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Quito in December |
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24°C | 9°C | |
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25°C | 12°C | |
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23°C | -5°C | |
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172 mm | 133 mm | |
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18 days | 17 days |
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 Quito?
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Quito. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2021, Quito reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Quito
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Quito, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Quito
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Daily Precipitation in December in Quito
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Quito, 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 18 days of precipitation in Quito.
Daily UV index in December in Quito
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Quito, 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 Quito over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Quito, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Quito over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Quito, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Quito
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Quito. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Quito by month
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