December · Uruguay
Best time to visit Punta del Este in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Punta del Este in December
Average temperature 20°C, 85 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.6/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 85 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Punta del Este scores 7.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 85 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Punta del Este is Uruguay's resort peninsula, with ocean beaches, a busy harbour and quiet villages.
December in Punta del Este — reliably good (4th best month)
December averages 20°C (68°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 85 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.6/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 9.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Punta del Este in December?
- In December, Punta del Este averages 20°C, 85 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Punta del Este?
- December earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Punta del Este in December?
- Expect about 85 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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