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Popayán Weather in December
Popayán in December averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.
Rainfall in Popayán in December
As part of the rainy season, Popayán sees around 20 days of rain in December, with an average of 341 mm (13 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in Popayán in December
Popayán in December gets highs of 22°C (72°F) during the day and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°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.
Sunshine in Popayán in December
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 144 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.If you're planning additional trips, our weather planner can help you find destinations that match your weather preferences.
Popayán Temperature in December
Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
341 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
144 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Popayán in December
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Popayán historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Popayán between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The hottest December day on record in Popayán reached 28°C (82°F) (December 12, 2023).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 15°C (59°F), recorded on December 21, 2016.
- The coldest night in December in Popayán was on December 5, 2007, with a minimum of 8°C (46°F).
- The wettest day in December Popayán was on December 1, 2017 with 60 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation.
Best Places in Colombia 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 Popayán in December
For Popayán 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. 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 Popayán in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Camping6/10
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