Nariño Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nariño, Colombia in December.

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Thinking about venturing to Nariño, Colombia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Nariño in December

Nariño, Colombia is a region in Colombia. Nariño, Colombia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, and heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Pasto at 20°C (68°F) and warm in Tumaco at 29°C (84°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Tumaco and 10°C (50°F) in Pasto.

To explore the conditions in Nariño, Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Pasto with an average of 239 mm (9.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Tumaco with 336 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Pasto, you can expect around 110 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 Nariño by month

Best Places to Visit in Nariño in December

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

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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 Nariño

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Nariño, Colombia?

Temperature range in Nariño (December)

Precipitation variation in Nariño (December)

Pasto

In December Pasto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
110 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tumaco

In December Tumaco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
108 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
336 mm (13 in)
470 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pasto 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Tumaco 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 336 mm (13 in)

Nariño weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nariño, Colombia in December?

December in Nariño, Colombia brings unpleasant weather. In Pasto, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Nariño, Colombia in December?

Average temperatures in Nariño, Colombia during December range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Pasto.

Does Nariño, Colombia get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Nariño, Colombia, with Pasto averaging around 239 mm (9.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nariño, Colombia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Pasto, December may not be the ideal time to visit Nariño, Colombia.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Pasto. The weather in February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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