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Purmamarca Weather in December

December in Purmamarca sees daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.

Rainfall in Purmamarca in December

Purmamarca is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 225 mm (8.9 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Purmamarca in December

Daytime highs in Purmamarca in December reach 18°C (64°F), with nights around 7°C (45°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Sunshine in Purmamarca in December

Enjoy a sunny month with about 208 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Purmamarca. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Purmamarca Temperature in December

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
225 mm (8.9 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
208 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
54% *
* Data from: San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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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 Purmamarca 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Purmamarca in December

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

  • Swimming
    7/10
  • Camping
    3/10

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