Huancayo Weather in December
December in Huancayo brings moderate temperatures around 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
Rainfall in Huancayo in December
Huancayo is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 216 mm (8.5 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Huancayo in December
December in Huancayo brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Huancayo. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Huancayo Temperature in December
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
216 mm (8.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
79%
Historical weather for Huancayo in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Huancayo spanning 26 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Huancayo historical weather extremes in December
According to our 19 years of weather records for Huancayo, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- On December 13, 2023, temperatures climbed to 23°C (73°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- The coldest December day was on December 22, 2012, with a maximum of 6°C (43°F).
- The coldest night in December in Huancayo was on December 4, 2022, with a minimum of -1°C (30°F).
- The wettest day in December Huancayo was on December 24, 2008 with 22 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Huancayo in December
Pack for changing conditions in Huancayo 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 Huancayo in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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