December weather forecast
Lima, Peru

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Amazing waterfront and the Costa Verde highway line just outside Lima, Peru
Amazing waterfront and the Costa Verde highway line just outside Lima, Peru

Weather in December

December marks the return of summer to Lima with the highest average temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F). Increased humidity of 79% adds a touch of warmth to the city's climate. Daylight stretches out over the month, peaking at 12.8h, making December one of the brightest months. The wind conditions remain mild to moderate, ensuring that the pleasant weather is not disturbed. Thus, December brings in a warm, sunny, and joyous aura to Lima, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

Lima sees the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a comfortable 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Lima, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lima, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.6 rainfall days, and 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Lima, Peru, in December, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Note: In 19.3°C (66.7°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Lima is December, with an average of 12h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:36 -05.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lima, Peru, is 11.2h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Lima?

In Lima, 23.1°C (73.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°C (65.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month in Lima?

The most humid month in Lima, Peru, is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lima?

In Lima, Peru, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Lima in December?

In Lima, Peru, in December, during 1.3 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Lima?

In Lima, in December, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

When are the longest days in Lima?

With an average of 12h and 48min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lima have in December?

The average day length in December is 12h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lima?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:36 -05.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lima?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lima?

The months with the highest UV index in Lima, Peru, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in December in Lima?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Lima, Peru

Average temperature in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (14.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Lima, Peru

Average pressure in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lima, Peru

Average wind speed in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average wind speed in December: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lima, Peru

Average humidity in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lima, Peru

Average rainfall in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lima, Peru

Average rainfall days in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Lima, Peru

Average sea temperature in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average sea temperature in December: 19.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (20.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lima, Peru

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lima, Peru

Average sunshine days in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in December: 29 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and October (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lima, Peru

Average UV index in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in December
Lima, Peru

Average cloud cover in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Lima, Peru

Average visibility in December - Lima, Peru
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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