Santa Marta weather in December (Magdalena, Colombia)

Interested in knowing the climate of Santa Marta in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The weather in Santa Marta is usually perfect in December, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Santa Marta in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 2 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 271 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, October tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santa Marta, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 271 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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