Ecuador in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Ecuador in december 2024
Here, check out the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in Ecuador. These forecasts are statistics for december from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in december in Quito
bad weather
Weather at 6am
52°F
Moderate rain at times
32% of time
31%
16%
13%
Weather at 12pm
61°F
Moderate rain at times
55% of time
18%
16%
9%
Weather at 6pm
54°F
Heavy rain
44% of time
38%
15%
2%
Weather at 3am
50°F
35%
22%
18%
15%
Where to go in Ecuador in december?
Where to go in Ecuador in december: destination map
Where to go in each region in december?
| Andes Cordillera (Quito, Cuenca, Loja...) | 56°F to 77°F | 14 à 24 days | bad weather* | |
| Galapagos Islands (Isabela Island, Santa Cruz Island, San Cristóbal Island...) | 76°F | 0 day | 74°F to 76°F | good weather* |
| Oriente (Ecuadorian Amazon) (Puyo, Puerto Francisco de Orellana, Macas...) | 58°F to 88°F | 12 à 21 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Pacific coast of Ecuador (Guayaquil, Esmeraldas, Machala...) | 76°F to 92°F | 1 à 16 days | 76°F to 79°F | good weather* |
Where should you go in Ecuador in december when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Ecuador in december ranges from good to bad depending on the region and city.
It is not perfect, however, the weather in Ecuador that month is pretty good in Galapagos Islands, Guayaquil, Santa Cruz Island and Manta. I allows to enjoy sightseeing in these cities. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!
If you do not go for the sun or the beach, but, for example to discover the heritage, the cities of Loja and Puyo have a quite correct weather for this kind of activity in december. Eventually, avoid going in the cities of Baños, Oriente (Amazonia), Quito, Salinas and Cuenca that month because the climate is pretty unfavorable.
Climate in Ecuador in december
Climate in Quito in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Quito is 58°F (maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 52°F). The climate is relatively cool in this city in december, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 18.6in over 24 days, the weather is rather to rain during your stay. Remember to bring clothes for rain.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 58°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 18.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 24 day(s) (76%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 12:08 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Cuenca in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Cuenca is 56°F (maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is relatively cool here in december, but it is liveable when dressing cosy. With 13in over 15 days, rain is to be feared during your journey. Consider to bring Rain coats.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (49%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 12:17 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Guayaquil in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very warm here in this month. With 5.9in over 9 days, you will experience some showers throughout your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, the month of december is a good time to go in Guayaquil in Ecuador.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 92°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 75°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (29%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 12:14 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Galapagos Islands in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 74°F (for an average temperature of 76°F). The climate quite good here in the month of december. It rains very rarely during this month. You will not get wet during your vacations!
With good weather conditions, the month of december is a good month to go in Galapagos Islands.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 74°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Loja in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Loja is 65°F (maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate quite comfortable there in december. With 8.8in over 14 days, rainfall can happen during your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, december is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in Loja in Ecuador.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 65°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (44%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 12:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Ecuador in december
| Quito in december | bad weather |
| Cuenca in december | tolerable weather |
| Guayaquil in december | good weather |
| Galapagos Islands in december | good weather |
| Loja in december | tolerable weather |
| Oriente (Amazonia) in december | bad weather |
| Esmeraldas in december | tolerable weather |
| Macas in december | tolerable weather |
| Machala in december | good weather |
| Puerto Francisco de Orellana in december | good weather |
| Puyo in december | tolerable weather |
| Baños in december | bad weather |
| Manta in december | good weather |
| Azogues in december | tolerable weather |
| Babahoyo in december | tolerable weather |
| Cayambe in december | bad weather |
| Chone in december | bad weather |
| Gualaceo in december | tolerable weather |
| Guaranda in december | very bad weather |
| Huaquillas in december | good weather |
| Ibarra in december | bad weather |
Weather data for Ecuador in december:
Weather data for Ecuador in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Ecuador. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Ecuador can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Ecuador.