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Santander Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Santander in December

Santander, Colombia is a region in Colombia. December in Santander generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Valle de San José at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Barrancabermeja at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Barrancabermeja and 14°C (57°F) in Valle de San José.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Santander, Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Valle de San José with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Bucaramanga with 537 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Bucaramanga, you can expect around 182 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 Santander by month

Best Places to Visit in Santander in December

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

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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 Santander

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

Temperature range in Santander (December)

Precipitation variation in Santander (December)

Bucaramanga

In December Bucaramanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
182 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
710 mm (28 in)
537 mm (21 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Barichara

In December Barichara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
182 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
440 mm (17 in)
318 mm (13 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

San Gil

In December San Gil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
182 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
387 mm (15 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Barrancabermeja

In December Barrancabermeja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
194 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
392 mm (15 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Girón

In December Girón generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
182 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
682 mm (27 in)
519 mm (20 in)
261 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bucaramanga 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 537 mm (21 in)
Barichara 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 318 mm (13 in)
San Gil 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)
Barrancabermeja 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Girón 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 519 mm (20 in)
Los Santos 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 411 mm (16 in)

Santander weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Santander, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bucaramanga average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

In Bucaramanga, the average daytime high in December is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bucaramanga records an average of 537 mm (21 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Santander, Colombia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Santander, Colombia?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Santander, Colombia with often poor weather in Bucaramanga.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Bucaramanga.

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