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Barranquila weather in December (Colombia)

Thinking of visiting Barranquila in December? Check the weather first! See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Barranquila typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 26°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Barranquila in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 2 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 254 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barranquila climate page with graphs.

 

Barranquila, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 254 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in December

Find out more about the weather in Colombia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Barranquila.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Colombia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Colombia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.