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Puno Weather in December
December in Puno brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 164 mm (6.5 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Puno in December
Typically, about 13 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 164 mm (6.5 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Puno in December
Daytime highs in Puno in December reach 16°C (61°F), with nights around 5°C (41°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and November typically offer the best weather for Puno.
Puno Temperature in December
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
164 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Puno Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
46-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Puno typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 6°C (43°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
46-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 Puno in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Puno spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Puno historical weather extremes in December
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2005-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Puno.
- Puno recorded its highest December temperature of 23°C (73°F) on December 6, 2015.
- On December 25, 2011, Puno saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 7°C (45°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -1°C (30°F) on December 4, 2008, marking the coldest December night on record.
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 10, 2012, when 114 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation fell.
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 Puno in December
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
What To Do in Puno in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Puno 3-Day Forecast
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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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