What is the weather like in Bogota in December?

Expect temperatures between 9°C and 19°C with 49% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Bogota in December?

Bogota in December scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Bogota in December?

December in Bogota is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Bogota Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

19°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

9°C

Coolest around day 5

Rainy Days

31days

49% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Bogota

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Currency

COP

$ Colombian peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.729

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

78/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

May

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

501

Jan

481

Feb

487

Mar

562

Apr

563

May

478

Jun

504

Jul

504

Aug

490

Sep

494

Oct

489

Nov

544

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Rionegro Jose Maria Córdova (MDE)

Santiago de Cali Alfonso Bonilla Aragon (CLO)

Cartagena de Indias Rafael Nuñez (CTG)

Santa Marta Simón Bolívar (SMR)

Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz (BAQ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Colombia.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Colombia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Colombia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Colombia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Colombia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas <1,700 m (<5,600 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in the cities of Bogotá (the capital), Cartagena, or MedellínDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(50%)P. vivax(50%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Bogota?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(62/100)

Short Answer

December falls in Bogota's wet season: 49% rain probability with average 5mm rainfall. Pack waterproofs and plan flexible indoor alternatives.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Frequent rainfall expected

49% chance of rain - pack waterproofs

Peak tourist season

97% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

High altitude destination

2557m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
85% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Bogota in December averages 19°C with 49% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Bogota in December

What are the temperatures in Bogota in December?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 9°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Bogota in December?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Bogota in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Bogota?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Bogota Weather in December

Bogota December Weather Calendar