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Antioquia Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antioquia, Colombia in December.

Planning a trip to Antioquia, Colombia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Antioquia in December

Antioquia, Colombia is a region in Colombia. Antioquia, Colombia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Sopetran at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Gesen at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Gesen and 13°C (55°F) in Sopetran.

To explore the conditions in Antioquia, Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gesen with an average of 123 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Urrao with 334 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Medellín typically sees 152 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Antioquia by month

Best Places to Visit in Antioquia in December

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Antioquia

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Antioquia, Colombia?

Temperature range in Antioquia (December)

Precipitation variation in Antioquia (December)

Medellín

In December Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
296 mm (12 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Santa Fe de Antioquia

In December Santa Fe de Antioquia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
321 mm (13 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Rionegro

In December Rionegro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
346 mm (14 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Guatapé

In December Guatapé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
396 mm (16 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Jardin

In December Jardin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
152 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
458 mm (18 in)
327 mm (13 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Antioquia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Medellín 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Santa Fe de Antioquia 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Rionegro 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Guatapé 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Jardin 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 327 mm (13 in)
San Jerónimo 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)

Antioquia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antioquia, Colombia in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Antioquia, Colombia in December. The popular destination of Medellín averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Antioquia, Colombia in December?

Average temperatures in Antioquia, Colombia during December range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Medellín.

Does Antioquia, Colombia get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Antioquia, Colombia peaks during December. Medellín averages roughly 194 mm (7.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Antioquia, Colombia?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Antioquia, Colombia with overall tolerable weather in Medellín.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Medellín. In contrast, March, April, May, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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