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Uyuni in December
Uyuni weather in December - Bolivia
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Uyuni Weather in December

Plan your December trip to Uyuni, Bolivia. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 19°C (high) to 5°C (low), with 22% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Great conditions with only 8 rainy days expected.

Avg High
19°C

Hottest around day 11

Avg Low
5°C

Coolest around day 2

Rainy Days
8days

22% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Winter season

Uyuni December Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
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Nice
20°C11%
Day 2
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C13%
Day 3
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C13%
Day 4
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C12%
Day 5
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C13%
Day 6
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C13%
Day 7
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C12%
Day 8
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C15%
Day 9
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C19%
Day 10
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 11
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 12
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 13
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C16%
Day 14
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C16%
Day 15
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 16
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C19%
Day 17
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C20%
Day 18
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
19°C20%
Day 19
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 20
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C17%
Day 21
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
20°C18%
Day 22
cloudy
Cloudy
20°C21%
Day 23
cloudy
Cloudy
20°C23%
Day 24
cloudy
Cloudy
20°C28%
Day 25
cloudy
Cloudy
19°C30%
Day 26
cloudy
Cloudy
19°C34%
Day 27
cloudy
Cloudy
19°C35%
Day 28
cloudy
Cloudy
19°C38%
Day 29
cloudy
Cloudy
18°C39%
Day 30
rain
Rainy
18°C42%
Day 31
rain
Rainy
18°C41%

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

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

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Bolivia.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 Bolivia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Bolivia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Bolivia 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 <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in La Paz (administrative capital)Drug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(99%)P. falciparum(1%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, 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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Is December a Good Time to Visit Uyuni?

👍Very good conditions overall
Short Answer

Popular December in Uyuni offers 19°C and 22% rain chance - excellent conditions that attract maximum visitors. Book 3-6 months ahead for best rates.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

17 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

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

High altitude destination

3668m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Comfortable humidity levels

44% humidity - pleasant conditions

Good For

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
    Families with children

    Comfortable 19.4°C temperatures and low 22% rain risk

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    Comfortable 19.4°C temperature range with manageable humidity

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 19.4°C, 22% rain chance

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 87/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

  • 💰
    Budget travelers

    Peak season means premium prices everywhere

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Uyuni in December averages 19°C with 22% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Uyuni in December

What are the temperatures in Uyuni in December?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 5°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Uyuni in December?

Expect around 8 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Uyuni in December?

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

Is December peak season in Uyuni?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.