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Cotahuasi Weather in December
In Cotahuasi, December brings moderate daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to 1°C (34°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Cotahuasi in December
On average, there are about 10 days with rain during this month, averaging 153 mm (6 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Cotahuasi in December
December in Cotahuasi brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cotahuasi. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Cotahuasi Temperature in December
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
153 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
10 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 Cotahuasi in December
Pack for changing conditions in Cotahuasi in December. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Cotahuasi in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Cotahuasi 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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