San Cristobal Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador in December.

Thinking about venturing to San Cristobal Island, Ecuador 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 San Cristobal Island in December

San Cristobal Island, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. December in San Cristobal Island generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

For specific regional insights in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 21 mm (0.8 in) in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, you can expect around 168 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 San Cristobal Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in San Cristobal Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Puerto Baquerizo Moreno)

Best Places to Visit in San Cristobal Island in December

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

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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 San Cristobal Island

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador?

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

In December Puerto Baquerizo Moreno generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
168 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in San Cristobal Island, 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.

San Cristobal Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador in December?

December in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador brings perfect weather. In Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador in December?

In Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the average daytime high in December is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does San Cristobal Island, Ecuador get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in San Cristobal Island, Ecuador. Puerto Baquerizo Moreno averages only about 21 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit San Cristobal Island, Ecuador?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, December might be a good time to visit San Cristobal Island, Ecuador. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in San Cristobal Island.

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