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EcuadorThe weather in December in Quito
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.
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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Quito, Ecuador. 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 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.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 172 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
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.
December weather comparison
| Quito | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 172 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 17 days |
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.
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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Quito, Ecuador. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Quito
Temperature in December in Quito over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Quito, Ecuador. 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 Quito
Total precipitation in December in Quito over the years
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.
Weather experiences in December in Quito
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Although there was frequent rain in Quito, this only added to its charm.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Quito by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Quito. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.