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Sacred Valley Weather in December
December in Sacred Valley averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, with around 232 mm (9.1 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Sacred Valley in December
As part of the rainy season, Sacred Valley sees around 17 days of rain in December, with an average of 232 mm (9.1 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Sacred Valley in December
Daytime temperatures in Sacred Valley reach 14°C (57°F) in December, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Sunshine in Sacred Valley in December
With about 155 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and rainy moments, creating a pleasant environment.December in Sacred Valley can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Sacred Valley Temperature in December
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
232 mm (9.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
62% *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Cusco, Peru (26 KM, 16 Miles).
Sacred Valley Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sacred Valley typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Sacred Valley in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sacred Valley spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Sacred Valley historical weather extremes in December
Based on 11 years of weather observations in Sacred Valley between 2014 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest December day on record in Sacred Valley reached 26°C (79°F) (December 14, 2025).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 12°C (54°F), recorded on December 15, 2022.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 1°C (34°F) (December 5, 2022).
- The wettest December day on record brought 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation to Sacred Valley (December 7, 2020).
Best Places in Peru in December
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in December →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Sacred Valley in December
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Sacred Valley in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Sacred Valley 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
24°C (75°F) Lima
23°C (73°F) Arequipa
18°C (64°F) Puno16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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