Tumbaco Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F), December in Tumbaco brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that December is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Tumbaco in December
Tumbaco is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 13 days and an average of 261 mm (10 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Tumbaco in December
Tumbaco in December gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Tumbaco in December
With approximately 216 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.
Wind Speed in Tumbaco in December
Average wind conditions reach () in December. This results in mostly calm, still weather and is ideal for most activities. While this is an average, conditions can vary slightly from completely calm to occasionally breezy days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August typically offers the best weather for Tumbaco.
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Tumbaco Temperature in December
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
261 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
() *
Sunshine
216 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tumbaco typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in December
Historical weather for Tumbaco in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tumbaco spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Tumbaco historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Tumbaco between 1998 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Tumbaco recorded its highest December temperature of 28°C (82°F) on December 27, 2015.
- On December 16, 2002, Tumbaco saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 12°C (54°F).
- The coldest night in December in Tumbaco was on December 5, 2025, with a minimum of 3°C (37°F).
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What to Wear in Tumbaco in December
For Tumbaco in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Tumbaco in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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