What December feels like in Bogota
December sits between Bogota's dry and wet seasons. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cool. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Bogota in December
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. A rainy day brings about 4.9 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is close to Bogota's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.6 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in December
In mid-December, sunrise is at about 5:56 am and sunset at about 5:47 pm (local time) — 11 h 51 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-November (3 min shorter). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 89% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How December compares to the rest of the year
December is the 5th warmest month of the year in Bogota. It is about as warm as November, with 70 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. By January, typical highs are 19.6°C (67.3°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Bogota in December
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Bogota in December?
Afternoons average 19.3°C (66.7°F) and nights about 9.4°C (48.9°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the 5th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Bogota in December?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about every other day and totals about 78 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Bogota in December?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is December or January better for visiting Bogota?
January, clearly: it ranks #3 of 12 among Bogota's months, against #6 for the other. January has fewer rainy days.