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Huaraz Weather in December
Huaraz in December sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 135 mm (5.3 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Huaraz in December
Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 135 mm (5.3 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Huaraz in December
December in Huaraz brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Huaraz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Huaraz Temperature in December
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
135 mm (5.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
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Historical weather records for Huaraz in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Huaraz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Huaraz historical weather extremes in December
According to our 19 years of weather records for Huaraz, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
- The hottest December day on record in Huaraz reached 28°C (82°F) (December 14, 2016).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 4°C (39°F), recorded on December 27, 2020.
- The coldest night in December in Huaraz was on December 28, 2008, with a minimum of -5°C (23°F).
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 28, 2011, when 41 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Peru in December
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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 Huaraz in December
Pack for changing conditions in Huaraz 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Huaraz 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
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