Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in December
Little changes in Medellín from November: highs stay near 74°F (23°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), and about 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 56/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 74°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 6.8 in (172 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What December feels like
Highs settle around 74°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 61°F (16°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.8 in (172 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January & February).
- Comfort improves from 46/100 in November to 56/100.
- December sits inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes74°F afternoons
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Medellín in December
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Pueblito Paisa
Replica Antioquian village atop Cerro Nutibara with views over the city.
Why now Highs near 74°F keep it comfortable outside.
Parque Arví
Forest reserve above the city reached by Metrocable Line L, with trails and a farmers' market.
Why now Mild enough in December to enjoy at an easy pace.
Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Free botanical garden with an orchid house and the wooden Orquideorama canopy.
Comuna 13
Hillside neighborhood transformed by outdoor escalators, murals and hip-hop, best seen with a local guide.
Guatapé and El Peñol
Climb 700-plus steps up a granite monolith over a reservoir, then walk Guatapé's painted streets.
Nearby in December
- Salento in December~111 mi · highs 69°F, 5.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in December~148 mi · highs 65°F, 4.1 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in December~287 mi · highs 85°F, 2.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,848 m to Medellín's ~1,481 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Medellín in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Medellín?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 56/100 against a best of 66 in January & February. Expect highs of 74°F (23°C) and 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain. December is inside the Dec – Mar window our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends.
How hot is Medellín in December?
Average highs are 74°F (23°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in December?
Yes: about 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in December
- Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean Dec – Mar
Planning Medellín in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.