Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
Caraz Weather in December
December in Caraz averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, with around 241 mm (9.5 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Caraz in December
As part of the rainy season, Caraz sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 241 mm (9.5 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Caraz in December
Daytime highs in Caraz in December reach 15°C (59°F), with nights around 5°C (41°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Caraz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Caraz Temperature in December
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
241 mm (9.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
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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 Caraz in December
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Caraz in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Caraz 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
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