Monthly climate guide
Uyuni weather in December
With highs near 20°C (68°F) and lows around 4°C (38°F), December feels mild in Uyuni. Rainfall averages about 59 mm (some rain) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Rain is above Uyuni's usual level, by about 105%.
- This is rainy-season territory in Uyuni: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 17°C, so pack a layer.
- Just 230 km apart, but Uyuni runs about 3°C cooler than Sucre this month.
December is typically Uyuni's warmest month.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
4°C
38°F
Rainfall
59 mm
some rain
Humidity
46%
relative
Sky
50%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Uyuni weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 67°F | 4°C / 39°F | 95 mm | 58% | 59% |
| February | 19°C / 66°F | 4°C / 39°F | 80 mm | 63% | 59% |
| March | 18°C / 65°F | 3°C / 37°F | 41 mm | 59% | 37% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 0°C / 31°F | 11 mm | 52% | 28% |
| May | 13°C / 56°F | -3°C / 26°F | 3 mm | 41% | 22% |
| June | 12°C / 53°F | -4°C / 25°F | 2 mm | 38% | 26% |
| July | 12°C / 53°F | -4°C / 25°F | 2 mm | 35% | 24% |
| August | 14°C / 56°F | -4°C / 25°F | 2 mm | 33% | 22% |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | -2°C / 28°F | 6 mm | 35% | 26% |
| October | 18°C / 65°F | -1°C / 31°F | 24 mm | 35% | 32% |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 1°C / 34°F | 21 mm | 37% | 31% |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 4°C / 38°F | 59 mm | 46% | 50% |
What to pack for December
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Uyuni?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Uyuni →Other Bolivia cities in December
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Uyuni in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Uyuni?
December is a reasonable time for Uyuni: highs around 20°C and about 59 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Uyuni in December?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 4°C (38°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Uyuni in December?
Uyuni typically gets around 59 mm of rain in December — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Uyuni (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.