Temperature in Ancash in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Ancash, Peru this December.

Ancash, Peru, a region in Peru, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 12°C (54°F) in Chavín de Huantar to 25°C (77°F) in Huarmey. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Huarmey and 1°C (34°F) in Chavín de Huantar.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Ancash, Peru in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Ancash on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Ancash in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ancash.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Ancash temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Ancash, Peru in December?

Average daytime highs in Ancash, Peru during December reach about 12°C (54°F) in Huaraz.

How cold does it get at night in Ancash, Peru in December?

After dark, Huaraz cools to about 2°C (36°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in Ancash, Peru?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Huarmey clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 25°C (77°F), and evenings that remain near 18°C (64°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Ancash, Peru?

For the month of December, Chavín de Huantar is the most temperate city in Ancash, Peru based on our records. Highs average 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 1°C (34°F).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 20°C (68°F) in Chimbote this month, so still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a chilly dive.

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