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Colombia Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombia in December.

Considering a trip to Colombia this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Colombia in December

In December, Colombia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Ipiales at 17°C (63°F) and very warm in Puerto Carreño at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Puerto Carreño and 8°C (46°F) in Ipiales.

To explore the conditions in Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Pereira with 986 mm (39 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bogotá receives about 138 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Colombia 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).

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Temperature range in Colombia (December)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (December)

Bogotá

In December Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
138 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In December Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
242 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In December Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
218 mm (8.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In December San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
209 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In December Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
296 mm (12 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Cartagena 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Medellín 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 348 mm (14 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 986 mm (39 in)

Colombia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in December?

December in Colombia brings tolerable weather. In Bogotá, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Colombia in December?

In Bogotá, the average daytime high in December is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Colombia peaks during December. Bogotá averages roughly 185 mm (7.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Bogotá, December might be a good time to visit Colombia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Bogotá. The weather in February, March, April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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