December · Peru
Best time to visit Colca Canyon in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Colca Canyon in December
Average temperature 8°C, 28 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 28 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Colca Canyon scores 9.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 8°C, 28 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Colca valley's terraces and canyon are the classic condor-watching route near Arequipa.
December is one of the strongest months in Colca Canyon (2nd)
December averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 28 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 daylight hours.
A 9.3/10 puts this among the year's best months in Colca Canyon (2nd of 12); only November scores higher, at 9.3/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Colca Canyon in December?
- In December, Colca Canyon averages 8°C, 28 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Colca Canyon?
- December earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Colca Canyon in December?
- Expect about 28 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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