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Chañaral Weather in December
Chañaral in December sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F). With just 4.9 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall expected, it's a dry month overall.
Rainfall in Chañaral in December
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 2 days with rain, averaging 4.9 mm (0.2 in) for the month. Any rain that does arrive is likely to be light drizzle rather than a proper shower.
Temperature in Chañaral in December
December is one of the better months to visit Chañaral. Expect 22°C (72°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 15°C (59°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Chañaral Temperature in December
Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
6%
Precipitation
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Chañaral Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Chañaral in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chañaral spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chañaral historical weather extremes in December
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Chañaral between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- Chañaral recorded its highest December temperature of 26°C (79°F) on December 9, 2018.
- On December 7, 2007, Chañaral saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 19°C (66°F).
- The coldest night in December in Chañaral was on December 2, 2014, with a minimum of 10°C (50°F).
- The wettest December day on record brought 0.1 mm (0 in) of precipitation to Chañaral (December 23, 2021).
Best Places in Chile in December
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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).
What to Wear in Chañaral in December
For Chañaral in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Chañaral in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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