Colombia weather in December (Madre de Dios, Peru)

Is December a good time to explore Colombia weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Colombia typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 23°C. Experience the hottest month of the year with ease by packing light and breathable clothing. Staying cool and hydrated will ensure a pleasant experience.

Precipitation

Colombia in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 335 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Colombia. June typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Colombia climate page with graphs.

 

Colombia, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 335 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Data from: Puerto Maldonado, Peru (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in December

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Colombia.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Peru? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Peru. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.