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Española Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Española Island in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Española Island, Galápagos Islands.

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Española Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Española Island in December in summary
Fair weather
Min 22°C Max 24°C 9 mm 0 day(s) 88% 60% 26°C UV 6 9.6 h/day
Best activities in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 05:48 18:00
Hourly weather

Average weather in Española Island in December 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Española Island in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Española Island in December

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Española Island in December.

Temperatures and rain in Española Island in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in December.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Española Island in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Española Island in December

Check the seasonal normals in Española Island in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 21.7°C 23.1°C 24.8°C
Maximum temperature 22.3°C 23.6°C 25.5°C
Minimum temperature 21.2°C 22.5°C 24.2°C
Record maximum temperature 27.0°C
(2015)
29.0°C
(2015)
29.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature 19.0°C
(2010)
20.0°C
(2010)
21.0°C
(2018)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 22.6°C 23.3°C 24.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 20.7°C 21.4°C 22.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 24.4°C 25.5°C 25.9°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 19 km/h 17 km/h
Wind temperature 21.6°C 22.9°C 24.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 5.6 mm 9.5 mm 40.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 3 day(s)
(10%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Record precipitation in one day 3.2 mm
(2009)
7.2 mm
(2015)
30.1 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 88% 87%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.8 km 9.8 km
Cloud cover 59% 60% 51%
UV index 5 6 6
Daily sunshine 8h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h38 05h48 06h02
Sunset time 17h49 18h00 18h14
Day length 12h11 12h12 12h12
Our opinion on the climate in December
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Activities and events

What to do in Española Island in December?

Best activities in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Española Island in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Española Island in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
2
Cloudy
22°C24°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
21°C22°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
21°C22°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
21°C23°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
21°C22°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
21°C22°C0.0 mm
10
Cloudy
21°C22°C0.0 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
20°C21°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
20°C21°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
20°C22°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
21°C22°C0.0 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
21°C22°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
20°C22°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
18
Partly Cloudy
22°C23°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
22°C24°C0.0 mm
20
Partly Cloudy
23°C24°C0.0 mm
21
Overcast
23°C24°C0.0 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
22°C24°C0.0 mm
23
Cloudy
24°C25°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
22°C24°C0.0 mm
25
Overcast
22°C24°C0.0 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
22°C24°C0.0 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
23°C25°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
23°C25°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
22°C25°C0.0 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
22°C25°C0.0 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
21°C24°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Española Island in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Española Island in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Española Island in December, which ranks this month 10th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 24°C during the day and 22°C at night, with about 9 mm of precipitation spread over 0 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 23°C on average in December, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling and Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 54/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Española Island are: January, February, March, April, May and June. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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