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Tarapoto Weather in December

Tarapoto in December averages 30°C (86°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Tarapoto in December

Tarapoto is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 233 mm (9.2 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Tarapoto in December

Tarapoto in December gets highs of 30°C (86°F) during the day and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night. Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With lows of 20°C (68°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tarapoto. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Tarapoto Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 233 mm (9.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Daily Historical Temperatures

49-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tarapoto typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

49-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather for Tarapoto in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Tarapoto spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Tarapoto historical weather extremes in December

Based on weather observations in Tarapoto between 2005 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.

  • Tarapoto recorded its highest December temperature of 38°C (100°F) on December 15, 2022.
  • The coldest December day was on December 1, 2015, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Tarapoto was on December 4, 2022, with a minimum of 17°C (63°F).

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 Tarapoto in December

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Tarapoto in December

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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