Temperatures in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Peru with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 13°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Peru in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Peru with warm temperatures, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature rises to around 23°C, with nights close to 12°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Peru will be around 22°C, with nights close to 12°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 129 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 55% per day. Though that seems frequent, the weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Peru. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Peru in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
129 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
17 days | 10 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Peru?
After some sun? Then December isn’t the best time to be in Peru. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Peru in December
With 26°C, Peru hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 16°C.
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The climate of Peru is based on weather data from Lima. Other spots, like Cusco, Machu Picchu or Arequipa, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Peru for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in December in Peru
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Peru, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in December in Peru
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Daily Precipitation in December in Peru
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Peru, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 17 days of rain in Peru.
Daily UV Index in December in Peru
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Peru, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Peru, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Peru, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for Peru
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Peru
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Despite a few scattered showers, it was mostly warm and sunny. A truly tropical Christmas! Ideal for outdoor adventures.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Peru by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Peru. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
