Maldonado Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maldonado, Uruguay in December.

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Punta del Este Piriápolis José Ignacio Maldonado

Planning a getaway to Maldonado, Uruguay 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 Maldonado in December

Maldonado, Uruguay is a region in Uruguay. December in Maldonado generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Punta del Este to 25°C (77°F) in San Carlos. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in San Carlos and 18°C (64°F) in Punta del Este.

For a closer look at conditions across Maldonado, Uruguay, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta del Este with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in San Carlos with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Punta del Este sees around 288 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Maldonado by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maldonado — and find the best time to visit. (based on Punta del Este)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Maldonado in December

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

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 Maldonado

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Maldonado, Uruguay?

Temperature range in Maldonado (December)

Precipitation variation in Maldonado (December)

Punta del Este

In December Punta del Este generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
288 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Punta del Este →

Piriápolis

In December Piriápolis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
288 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Piriápolis →

José Ignacio

In December José Ignacio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
288 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in José Ignacio →

Maldonado

In December Maldonado generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
288 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maldonado →

Sauce de Portezuelo

In December Sauce de Portezuelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
288 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sauce de Portezuelo →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Piriápolis 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in)
José Ignacio 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Maldonado 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Sauce de Portezuelo 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Barra de Maldonado 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 77 mm (3 in)

Maldonado weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maldonado, Uruguay in December?

Maldonado, Uruguay typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punta del Este average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Maldonado, Uruguay in December?

In Punta del Este, the average daytime high in December is 23°C (73°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does Maldonado, Uruguay get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Maldonado, Uruguay. Punta del Este averages only about 72 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Maldonado, Uruguay?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Maldonado, Uruguay with overall perfect weather in Punta del Este.

On average, the best time to visit Maldonado, Uruguay is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Punta del Este. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.

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