The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Providencia sees 79°F during the day with 5.7h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.7/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 5 out of 12 months in Providencia. Compared to November: 16 pts fewer rainy days, +0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
21°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Providencia is April (8.7/10), 0.9 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Colombia
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyPeso colombien ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.27°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 77°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 52%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Providencia ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ColombiaTropical climate with a 8.7 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.35°N · 81.37°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Providencia?
April is the best month with 77°F highs, 75°F lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of April & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Providencia get in April?
Providencia averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Providencia?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Providencia in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is Providencia good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Providencia scores 7.8/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Providencia?
October is the most difficult month to visit Providencia, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Providencia in December?
In December, the sea averages 83°F in Providencia: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Providencia in December?
The average UV index reaches 6 in December in Providencia (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.