If you plan to visit Santa Cruz in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 152 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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December is usually the hottest month of the year in Santa Cruz;
Average weather
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+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
152 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santa Cruz has OK weather in December.
Average temperature in Santa Cruz in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santa Cruz for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +99°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +93°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +88°F.
Is Santa Cruz warm or cold in December?
Santa Cruz is typically hot in December.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +72°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
December is the hottest month in Santa Cruz, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Santa Cruz in December
Santa Cruz weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+54°F
+57°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+104°F
+100°F
+100°F
Rainfall
111 mm
152 mm
167 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Humidity
72%
78%
79%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
3
1
1
Cloudy days
10
8
6
Rainy days
11
13
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 111 mm to 152 mm.Humidity rises from 72% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in November to 1 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Santa Cruz in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Santa Cruz is gradually decreasing during December, going from 8 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Santa Cruz based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 68 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Santa Cruz, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Santa Cruz wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 167 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 34 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Santa Cruz?
This is the weather in Santa Cruz in December 2023:
1 December
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+95°F
2 December
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+96°F
3 December
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+93°F
4 December
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+83°F
5 December
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+83°F
6 December
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+90°F
7 December
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+94°F
8 December
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+88°F
9 December
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+96°F
10 December
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+98°F
11 December
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+95°F
12 December
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+98°F
13 December
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+96°F
14 December
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+98°F
15 December
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+95°F
16 December
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+98°F
17 December
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+97°F
18 December
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+96°F
19 December
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+90°F
20 December
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+93°F
21 December
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+96°F
22 December
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+97°F
23 December
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+95°F
24 December
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+96°F
25 December
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+95°F
26 December
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+86°F
27 December
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+94°F
28 December
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+96°F
29 December
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+95°F
30 December
🌧️
+88°F
31 December
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+88°F
In December 2023 Santa Cruz had 3 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +99°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Santa Cruz climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Santa Cruz in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+81°F) and the highest in 2023 (+87°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 713 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1981 with 1445 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santa Cruz in December:
Is December a good time to visit Santa Cruz?
It’s always a good time to visit Santa Cruz, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Santa Cruz in December?
Absolutely, December is hot in Santa Cruz. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Santa Cruz rainy in December?
Santa Cruz is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Santa Cruz in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Santa Cruz in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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Check out the weather for other cities in Bolivia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santa Cruz, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.