Peru weather in December
Considering a trip to Peru this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Peru in December?
Peru has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from moderate to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
During the day the temperature is moderate in Huaraz at 12°C and very warm in Sullana at 32°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C in Sullana and 2°C in Huaraz.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Paracas with an average of 2.3 mm to heavy rainfall in La Merced with 438 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 142 hours of sunlight anticipated in Lima. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Peru for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Peru climate page.
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Average weather in Lima
In December Lima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Cusco
In December Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Arequipa
In December Arequipa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Puno
In December Puno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu
In December Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Peru.
Is December the best time to visit Peru?
Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Lima, December might be a good time to visit Peru. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Lima.
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