Ecuador

Ecuador Weather in December

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

Planning a journey to Ecuador this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ecuador in December

The weather in Ecuador in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Lasso at 15°C (59°F) to very warm in Yasuní National Park at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Yasuní National Park and 6°C (43°F) in Lasso.

For a closer look at conditions across Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Huigra with 704 mm (28 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Quito enjoys about 216 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ecuador by month

Best Places to Visit in Ecuador in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ecuador.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Ecuador

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Ecuador?

Temperature range in Ecuador (December)

Precipitation variation in Ecuador (December)

Quito

In December Quito generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
216 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
320 mm (13 in)
319 mm (13 in)
302 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Guayaquil

In December Guayaquil generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
140 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
288 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Cuenca

In December Cuenca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
156 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Ayora

In December Puerto Ayora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Baños

In December Baños generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
90 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
257 mm (10 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Ecuador December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Ecuador in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest December day in Ecuador reached 39°C (102°F) in Playas on December 20, 2019.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Quito 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 319 mm (13 in)
Guayaquil 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Cuenca 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Puerto Ayora 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Salinas 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Mindo 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 469 mm (18 in)

Ecuador weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ecuador in December?

December in Ecuador brings poor weather. In Quito, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Ecuador in December?

Quito averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Ecuador get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Quito records an average of 319 mm (13 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Ecuador.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Ecuador?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Ecuador due to the typically poor weather in Quito.

Generally speaking, August provides pleasant weather in Quito. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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