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Pisac Weather in December

December in Pisac brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 243 mm (9.6 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Pisac in December

As part of the rainy season, Pisac sees around 16 days of rain in December, with an average of 243 mm (9.6 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Pisac in December

December in Pisac brings typical temperatures with highs around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Sunshine in Pisac in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 155 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Wind Speed in Pisac in December

December has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pisac. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Pisac Temperature in December

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
243 mm (9.6 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
62% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cusco, Peru (20 KM, 12 Miles).

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Pisac typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 8°C (46°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather records for Pisac in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Pisac spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Pisac historical weather extremes in December

Based on 11 years of weather observations in Pisac between 2014 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest December day on record in Pisac reached 26°C (79°F) (December 14, 2025).
  • The coldest December day was on December 22, 2020, with a maximum of 12°C (54°F).
  • Pisac registered its coldest December night on December 5, 2022, with temperatures dropping to 2°C (36°F).
  • Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 7, 2020, when 90 mm (3.5 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 Pisac in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Pisac in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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