Punta del Este in December
In December, Punta del Este averages 24°C (76°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night, with around 9 days of rain (83 mm total).
Peak seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.
December is a great month to visit Punta del Este: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How December compares to the rest of the year in Punta del Este
December is one of the warmest months in Punta del Este (3rd of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (7th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 4°C above the annual average (20°C). December runs 2°C warmer than November (22°C) and warms a further 2°C into January (26°C).
December sunrise & sunset in Punta del Este
Times shown for Punta del Este local time (America/Montevideo), calculated for the 15th of December. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Punta del Este — December
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of December, in Punta del Este's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Punta del Este in December
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on December's tier (Peak season) and Punta del Este's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — December in Punta del Este
Punta del Este is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — December in Punta del Este
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
Sea temperature in Punta del Este — December
Across the year Punta del Este's sea swings from 12°C (July) to 23.3°C (March) — December sits at 20.3°C.
Punta del Este in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 67°F | 120 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 20°C / 67°F | 102 mm | 10 | — |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 18°C / 65°F | 90 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 21°C / 70°F | 16°C / 61°F | 109 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 13°C / 55°F | 78 mm | 9 | — |
| June | 15°C / 59°F | 10°C / 50°F | 82 mm | 8 | — |
| July | 15°C / 58°F | 9°C / 49°F | 118 mm | 11 | — |
| August | 16°C / 60°F | 10°C / 49°F | 104 mm | 8 | — |
| September | 17°C / 62°F | 11°C / 51°F | 79 mm | 8 | — |
| October | 19°C / 65°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 10 | — |
| November | 22°C / 71°F | 15°C / 59°F | 79 mm | 8 | — |
| December | 24°C / 76°F | 17°C / 63°F | 83 mm | 9 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Punta del Este in December?
In December, Punta del Este averages a high of 24°C (76°F) and a low of 17°C (63°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Punta del Este in December?
December sees occasional rain in Punta del Este, with about 9 rainy days on average.
Is December a good time to visit Punta del Este?
December is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Punta del Este in December?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full December packing list for Punta del Este for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.