December Weather in Cuenca

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Cuenca, Peru, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (47°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (62°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Cuenca throughout December hovers around 87%.

2°C (35°F)

Minimum temperature

8°C (47°F)

Average temperature

16°C (62°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Cuenca averages 184 mm (7.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 28 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 50 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 13% probability of sunny days during this period.

184 mm (7.3 inches)

Precipitation

28 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 29 minutes

Sunshine hours

13%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Cuenca reaches a maximum of 18, 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 2 5 10 15 18 20 18 14 9 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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