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Fernandina Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Fernandina 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 Fernandina Island, Galápagos Islands.

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Fernandina Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Fernandina Island in December in summary
Favourable weather
Min 23°C Max 24°C 6 mm 0 day(s) 87% 49% 26°C UV 6 11.0 h/day
Best activities in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 05:57 18:06
Hourly weather

Average weather in Fernandina Island in December 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Fernandina 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.

From 1st to 31 December 2026
0h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
22.8°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
3h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
16 days out of 31 (51%)
22.6°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
11 days out of 31 (35%)
Clear/Sunny
3 days out of 31 (9%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
6h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
14 days out of 31 (45%)
22.7°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
12 days out of 31 (38%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Moderate rain at times
2 days out of 31 (6%)
9h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
15 days out of 31 (48%)
23.4°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
12 days out of 31 (38%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
18 days out of 31 (58%)
23.8°C
Other common conditions
Cloudy
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Clear/Sunny
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
23.8°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
18 days out of 31 (58%)
23.2°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
21h
Dominant weather
Partly Cloudy
17 days out of 31 (54%)
23.0°C
Other common conditions
Clear/Sunny
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Moderate rain at times
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Climate

Climate of Fernandina Island in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Fernandina 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Fernandina Island in December

The climate of Fernandina Island in December is dry. Precipitation remains scarce, with 6 mm over an average of 3 days.

Temperatures are warm in Fernandina Island in December. The average maximum temperature reaches 24°C, while the minimum falls to about 23°C. The month's average temperature is 23°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Fernandina Island in December: 28°C as a maximum in 2015 and 20°C as a minimum in 2019.

In December, the days last on average 12:09 in Fernandina Island. The sun rises around 05:57 and sets around 18:06.

With favorable weather, the month of December is a good month to travel to Fernandina Island in the Galápagos Islands.

In December, the most favorable activities in Fernandina Island are: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Diving and snorkeling, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Fernandina Island in December

Check the seasonal normals in Fernandina 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 22.1°C 23.3°C 24.8°C
Maximum temperature 22.8°C 23.9°C 25.4°C
Minimum temperature 21.4°C 22.6°C 24.1°C
Record maximum temperature 27.0°C
(2015)
 28.0°C
(2015)
 29.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature 18.0°C
(2020)
 20.0°C
(2019)
 21.0°C
(2021)
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) 22.0°C 23.2°C 23.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 20.5°C 20.6°C 22.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 23.9°C 25.6°C 25.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 22 km/h 21 km/h 18 km/h
Wind temperature 21.4°C 22.6°C 24.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 2.8 mm 6.0 mm 33.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 2 day(s)
(7%)
 3 day(s)
(10%)
 10 day(s)
(32%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 2 day(s)
(6%)
Record precipitation in one day 2.5 mm
(2015)
 10.7 mm
(2009)
 23.1 mm
(2019)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 87% 86%
Visibility 9.9 km 9.9 km 9.8 km
Cloud cover 40% 49% 46%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 11h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h47 05h57 06h11
Sunset time 17h55 18h06 18h20
Day length 12h08 12h09 12h09
Our opinion on the climate in December
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Activities and events

What to do in Fernandina 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 Fernandina Island in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
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Partly Cloudy
21°C24°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
22°C25°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
20°C25°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
20°C25°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
19°C23°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
20°C24°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
20°C24°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
21°C23°C0.0 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
20°C24°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
19°C24°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
20°C24°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
21°C24°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
21
Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
22°C25°C0.0 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
22°C25°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
22°C25°C0.0 mm
25
Cloudy
22°C26°C0.0 mm
26
Partly Cloudy
21°C26°C0.0 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
22°C26°C0.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
21°C26°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
21°C24°C0.0 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
21°C25°C0.0 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
21°C25°C0.0 mm
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Fernandina Island in December, which places this month 12th out of 12.

Expect an average of 24°C during the day and 23°C at night, with about 6 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 11.0 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 49/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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