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Lunahuaná Weather in December
Lunahuaná in December averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
Rainfall in Lunahuaná in December
You can expect rain on roughly 7 days based on historical data, averaging 45 mm (1.8 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Lunahuaná in December
Lunahuaná has excellent weather in December, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights cooling to 15°C (59°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 15°C (59°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Lunahuaná Temperature in December
Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
45 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Lunahuaná Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Lunahuaná in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Lunahuaná spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Lunahuaná historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Lunahuaná between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The hottest December day on record in Lunahuaná reached 27°C (81°F) (December 29, 2015).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 20°C (68°F), recorded on December 3, 2013.
- Lunahuaná registered its coldest December night on December 5, 2007, with temperatures dropping to 14°C (57°F).
- Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 31, 2016, when 6.7 mm (0.3 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Peru in December
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of 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 Lunahuaná in December
For Lunahuaná in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Lunahuaná in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
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Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
24°C (75°F) Lima
23°C (73°F) Arequipa
18°C (64°F) Puno16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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