December Weather in Popayan

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Popayan, Colombia, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (73°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (50°F). Typically, the humidity level in Popayan throughout December hovers around 82%.

10°C (50°F)

Minimum temperature

15°C (60°F)

Average temperature

23°C (73°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Popayan averages 261 mm (10.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 12% probability of sunny days during this period.

261 mm (10.3 inches)

Precipitation

25 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 29 minutes

Sunshine hours

12%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Popayan reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 6 10 12 13 12 9 5 3 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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