Month guide · Bogotá · Colombia
Bogotá in December
What December is really like in Bogotá: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Peter Angritt, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
December is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 8°C (46°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. Drier towards the end of the month; Christmas lights and novenas give the city a festive feel.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 8°C (46°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in December
December is the coolest month in Bogotá: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 8°C (46°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with November (19°C (66°F)), December is about as warm; by January highs stay near 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 05:56
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 17:47
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
Second rainy season (October–November). The wettest months, with heavy afternoon rain; good for museums and indoor sights.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 3) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in December
- Christmas lights in parks and along main avenues (December)
- Noche de las Velitas — candle night (7 December)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Ciudad Salitre
Maloka
An interactive science museum largely underground, with hands-on rooms on the human body, biodiversity and technology, and a dome cinema.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Viewpoint · Cerros Orientales
Monserrate
Go early in the morning for the clearest views; the hike is steep at altitude, so acclimatise for a day first.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- Active
- Photo spot
Landmark · La Candelaria
Plaza de Bolívar
Bogotá's main square is framed by the neoclassical Capitolio Nacional, the Primary Cathedral, the Palace of Justice and the Liévano Palace, the mayor's office.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Neighbourhood · La Candelaria
La Candelaria street art
Join a graffiti walking tour led by local artists; they explain the political context and the stories behind each mural.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Photo spot
- History
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 8°C and 12 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Bogotá?
It is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Drier towards the end of the month; Christmas lights and novenas give the city a festive feel.
+How warm is Bogotá in December?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 8°C (46°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in December?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.