Urubamba weather in December (Cusco, Peru)

Curious about the December weather in Urubamba? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Urubamba generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 14°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Urubamba in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 236 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 155 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Urubamba. May, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Urubamba, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 236 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cusco, Peru (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in December

Find out more about the weather in Peru 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 Urubamba in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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