Purmamarca

Jujuy Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jujuy, Argentina in December.

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Tilcara Purmamarca La Quiaca Maimará

Planning a getaway to Jujuy, Argentina this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Jujuy in December

Jujuy, Argentina is a region in Argentina. Jujuy, Argentina has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Purmamarca at 18°C (64°F) to very warm in Libertador General San Martín at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Libertador General San Martín and 7°C (45°F) in Purmamarca. On average, December is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Jujuy, Argentina.

For specific regional insights in Jujuy, Argentina, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Susques with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Termas de Reyes with 382 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Tilcara sees close to 208 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Jujuy by month

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

January19°C (66°F) February19°C (66°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May17°C (63°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October19°C (66°F) November19°C (66°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jujuy in December

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

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 Jujuy

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Jujuy, Argentina?

Temperature range in Jujuy (December)

Precipitation variation in Jujuy (December)

Tilcara

In December Tilcara generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
208 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Tilcara →

Purmamarca

In December Purmamarca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
208 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Purmamarca →

La Quiaca

In December La Quiaca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
303 hours
280 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in La Quiaca →

Maimará

In December Maimará generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
208 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Maimará →

Huacalera

In December Huacalera generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Huacalera →

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In our records: Argentina December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Argentina 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 Argentina reached 48°C (118°F) in Santiago del Estero on December 19, 1995.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tilcara 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Purmamarca 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
La Quiaca 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Maimará 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Huacalera 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Libertador General San Martín 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 248 mm (9.8 in)

Jujuy weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jujuy, Argentina in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Jujuy, Argentina in December. The popular destination of Tilcara averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Jujuy, Argentina in December?

Daytime temperatures in Tilcara peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in December, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Jujuy, Argentina get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Jujuy, Argentina, with Tilcara averaging around 197 mm (7.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Jujuy, Argentina?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Jujuy, Argentina with overall tolerable weather in Tilcara. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Jujuy, Argentina is in April, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Tilcara. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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