Temperature in Ecuador in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Ecuador this December.

Ecuador, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 15°C (59°F) in Lasso to 31°C (88°F) in Yasuní National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Yasuní National Park and 6°C (43°F) in Lasso.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Ecuador in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Ecuador on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Ecuador in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Ecuador temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Ecuador in December?

Daytime temperatures in Quito typically peak at 18°C (64°F) in December, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in Ecuador in December?

Average overnight lows in Ecuador during December sit near 11°C (52°F) in Quito.

What is the warmest city in December in Ecuador?

According to our recent database analysis, Yasuní National Park is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 31°C (88°F) and rarely drops below 23°C (73°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in December in Ecuador?

Our database indicates that in December, Lasso is the city with the coolest temperatures in Ecuador. You can expect daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows close to 6°C (43°F).

How much sun does Ecuador get in December?

Across Ecuador, sunshine in December ranges from overcast in Puyo (90 hours) to sunny in Quito (216 hours).

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