Central Department Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Department, Paraguay in December.

Luque Itauguá San Lorenzo

Climate overview of Central Department in December

Considering a trip to Central Department, Paraguay this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Central Department in December

Central Department, Paraguay is a region in Paraguay. December in Central Department generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Luque. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Central Department, Paraguay, check out the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 166 mm (6.5 in) in Luque.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Luque sees close to 297 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Central Department by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Central Department - and find the best time to visit. (based on Luque)

January34°C (93°F) February33°C (91°F) March32°C (90°F) April30°C (86°F) May26°C (79°F) June24°C (75°F) July24°C (75°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) This monthOctober31°C (88°F) November32°C (90°F) December33°C (91°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Central Department in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Central Department

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Central Department, Paraguay?

Temperature range in Central Department (December)

Precipitation variation in Central Department (December)

Luque

In December Luque generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
297 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
mixed
Climate in Luque →

Itauguá

In December Itauguá generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
297 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
mixed
Climate in Itauguá →

San Lorenzo

In December San Lorenzo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
297 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
mixed
Climate in San Lorenzo →

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In our records: Paraguay December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Paraguay in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest December day in Paraguay brought 350 mm (14 in) in Encarnación on December 30, 1997.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Luque 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Itauguá 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
San Lorenzo 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)

Central Department weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Department, Paraguay in December?

December in Central Department, Paraguay brings less favorable weather. In Luque, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Department, Paraguay in December?

In Luque, the average daytime high in December is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Central Department, Paraguay get a lot of rain in December?

Rainfall in Central Department, Paraguay peaks during December. Luque averages roughly 166 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Central Department, Paraguay?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Central Department, Paraguay with often good weather in Luque.

Generally speaking, July and August provide excellent weather in Luque. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, October, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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