Cajamarca Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cajamarca, Peru in December.

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Planning a journey to Cajamarca, Peru this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Cajamarca in December

Cajamarca, Peru is a region in Peru. December in Cajamarca generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Cajamarca.

For a closer look at conditions across Cajamarca, Peru, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 293 mm (12 in) in Cajamarca.

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Best Places to Visit in Cajamarca 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).

Popular Destinations in Cajamarca

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Cajamarca, Peru?

Cajamarca

In December Cajamarca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
293 mm (12 in)
323 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Cajamarca weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cajamarca, Peru in December?

In December, Cajamarca, Peru generally has poor weather conditions. Cajamarca sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Cajamarca, Peru in December?

Cajamarca averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Cajamarca, Peru get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Cajamarca, Peru, with Cajamarca averaging around 293 mm (12 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Cajamarca, Peru?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Cajamarca, Peru due to the typically poor weather in Cajamarca.

On average, the best time to visit Cajamarca, Peru is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Cajamarca. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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