December weather forecast
Paracas, Peru

December

Weather in December

December welcomes the summer season in Paracas, bringing an unmistakable rise in temperature. There's an interesting contrast as daylight extends, while rainfall seems to completely withdraw. As the longest days of the year reveal themselves, the UV index aligns at its peak level. With temperatures varying from 25°C (77°F) to 17°C (62.6°F), December showcases an enticing proposition for holiday visitors.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Paracas marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F) from November's 23°C (73.4°F). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) is experienced in Paracas.

Rainfall

January, March, April, October and December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Paracas is 19.4°C (66.9°F).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 19.4°C (66.9°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 54min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:36 -05.

Sunshine

In Paracas, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Paracas. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure every crucial precaution is taken. Individuals with light skin could experience burns in under 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Paracas in December?
Paracas in December has an average high-temperature of 25°C (77°F) and an average low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).
What is the driest month in Paracas?
January, March, April, October and December are months without rainfall in Paracas.
Does it rain in Paracas in December?
In December, in Paracas, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the sea temperature in December in Paracas?
In Paracas, Peru, the average seawater temperature in December is 19.4°C (66.9°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°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 Paracas?
December has the longest days of the year in Paracas, with an average of 12h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Paracas?
The average day length in December is 12h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paracas?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, in Paracas, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:36 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Paracas have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Paracas is 6h.
When is the highest UV index in Paracas?
The months with the highest UV index in Paracas are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Paracas?
In Paracas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in December - Paracas, Peru
Average temperature in December
Paracas, Peru
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July, August and September (13°C).

Average rainfall in December - Paracas, Peru
Average rainfall in December
Paracas, Peru
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, May, June, July, August, September and November (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April, October and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Paracas, Peru
Average rainfall days in December
Paracas, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Paracas, Peru
Average sea temperature in December
Paracas, Peru
  • Average sea temperature in December: 19.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.4°C).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in December - Paracas, Peru
Average UV index in December
Paracas, Peru
  • Average UV index in December: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).

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