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San Rafael weather in December (Ecuador)

Looking to travel to San Rafael in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, San Rafael generally has pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 9°C.

San Rafael in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 206 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 216 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit San Rafael. July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Rafael climate page with graphs.

 

San Rafael, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 206 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 216 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quito, Ecuador (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in Ecuador in December

Find out more about the weather in Ecuador in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in San Rafael in December?

For visitors traveling to San Rafael, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
3/10

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