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December in Santiago sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit.
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46-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santiago typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 21°C (70°F).
46-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santiago spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 28 years of weather observations (1997-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Santiago.
Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the Dominican Republic in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Santiago in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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