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Santa Fe Weather in December

During December, Santa Fe experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 26°C (79°F). December sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Santa Fe in December

Santa Fe is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 263 mm (10 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Santa Fe in December

Daytime temperatures in Santa Fe reach 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With lows of 26°C (79°F), it stays warm throughout the night. A cold shower before going to sleep is one of the easiest ways to cool down before bed.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. March typically offers the best weather for Santa Fe.

Santa Fe Temperature in December

Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
263 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
16 days

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Historical weather records for Santa Fe in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Fe spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Santa Fe historical weather extremes in December

Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Santa Fe.

  • Santa Fe recorded its highest December temperature of 30°C (86°F) on December 1, 2006.
  • The lowest daytime temperature in December was 26°C (79°F), recorded on December 3, 2009.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 24°C (75°F) (December 5, 2009).
  • The wettest December day on record brought 180 mm (7.1 in) of precipitation to Santa Fe (December 16, 2017).

Best Places in Philippines in December

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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).

What to Wear in Santa Fe in December

Warm but pleasant conditions in Santa Fe in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Santa Fe in December

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

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    7/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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