Temperature in Chile in December

December in Chile has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very low in Lake Pehoé with -8°C to high temperatures in Palmilla Abajo with 29°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Palmilla Abajo and -16°C in Lake Pehoé. December is a summer month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Chile in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Chile on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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What is the warmest city in December in Chile?

Palmilla Abajo tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 12°C.

What is the coldest city in December in Chile?

According to our data, Lake Pehoé holds the title for the coldest city in Chile in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately -8°C and drops to lows of about -16°C during the night.

How much sun does Chile get in December?

Santiago enjoys close to 347 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

What is the water's temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 20°C in Arica this month, so still a bit cool to swim but some enjoy a chilly dive.

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