The weather in December in Peru
It's pleasantly warm in December in Peru with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 13°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Peru. 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 Peru. 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 26°C in 2021, Peru reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Peru
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Peru | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 129 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Peru with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Peru is around 22°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 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.
Check out the climate of Peru for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Peru is based on weather data from Lima. Other places, like Cusco, Machu Picchu or Arequipa, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Peru to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Peru. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Peru
Temperature in December in Peru over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Peru. 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 Peru
Total precipitation in December in Peru over the years
Daily UV index in December in Peru
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Peru, 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 Peru
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Despite a few scattered showers, it was mostly warm and sunny. A truly tropical Christmas! Ideal for outdoor adventures.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Peru by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Peru. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.