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Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia in December.

Planning a trip to the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) in December

The Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia is a region in Colombia. December in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Salento at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Pereira at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Pereira and 11°C (52°F) in Salento.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Santa Rosa de Cabal with an average of 232 mm (9.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Pereira with 986 mm (39 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Pereira, you can expect around 164 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) by month

Best Places to Visit in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis).

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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 the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis)

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia?

Temperature range in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) (December)

Precipitation variation in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) (December)

Pereira

In December Pereira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
164 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
983 mm (39 in)
986 mm (39 in)
810 mm (32 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Salento

In December Salento generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
164 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
724 mm (29 in)
644 mm (25 in)
528 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Armenia

In December Armenia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
164 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
659 mm (26 in)
537 mm (21 in)
428 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Manizales

In December Manizales generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
827 mm (33 in)
756 mm (30 in)
612 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Santa Rosa de Cabal

In December Santa Rosa de Cabal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
164 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
515 mm (20 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), in Colombia.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 986 mm (39 in)
Salento 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 644 mm (25 in)
Armenia 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 537 mm (21 in)
Manizales 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 756 mm (30 in)
Santa Rosa de Cabal 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Filandia 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 775 mm (31 in)

The Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis) weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia in December?

the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pereira average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia in December?

Pereira averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia, with Pereira averaging around 986 mm (39 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Pereira, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia.

On average, the best time to visit the Coffee Triangle (Coffee Axis), Colombia is in with generally poor weather in Pereira.

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