Vaupés Department Weather in December

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

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Planning a getaway to Vaupés Department, Colombia 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 Vaupés Department in December

Vaupés Department, Colombia is a region in Colombia. December in Vaupés Department generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Mitú. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Vaupés Department, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 200 mm (7.9 in) in Mitú.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Mitú receives about 120 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Vaupés Department by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vaupés Department in December

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

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 Vaupés Department

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Vaupés Department, Colombia?

Mitú

In December Mitú generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
120 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vaupés Department, in Colombia.

Vaupés Department weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vaupés Department, Colombia in December?

Expect poor weather across Vaupés Department, Colombia in December. The popular destination of Mitú averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Vaupés Department, Colombia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Mitú peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in December, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Vaupés Department, Colombia get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mitú records an average of 200 mm (7.9 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Vaupés Department, Colombia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Vaupés Department, Colombia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Vaupés Department, Colombia due to the typically poor weather in Mitú.

Generally speaking, January provides unpleasant weather in Mitú.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Vaupés Department.

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