Esmeraldas Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in December.

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Atacames Mompiche Súa

Are you planning a trip a to Esmeraldas, Ecuador in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Esmeraldas in December

Esmeraldas, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. December in Esmeraldas generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Atacames.

For a closer look at conditions across Esmeraldas, Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mompiche with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Atacames with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Explore Esmeraldas by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Esmeraldas — and find the best time to visit. (based on Atacames)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) This monthJune28°C (82°F) July28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
Best Time to Visit Esmeraldas →

Best Places to Visit in Esmeraldas in December

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

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 Esmeraldas

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Esmeraldas (December)

Precipitation variation in Esmeraldas (December)

Atacames

In December Atacames generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
266 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Atacames →

Mompiche

In December Mompiche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mompiche →

Súa

In December Súa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
266 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Súa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Esmeraldas, in Ecuador.

In our records: Ecuador December extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest December day in Ecuador reached 39°C (102°F) in Playas on December 20, 2019.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Atacames 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Mompiche 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Súa 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Esmeraldas weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in December?

Esmeraldas, Ecuador typically experiences pleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Atacames average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in December?

In Atacames, the average daytime high in December is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Esmeraldas, Ecuador get a lot of rain in December?

Esmeraldas, Ecuador sees substantial rainfall in December. Atacames typically averages about 142 mm (5.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador with overall pleasant weather in Atacames. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador is in July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Atacames. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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