El Calafate Weather in December
Thinking of visiting El Calafate in December? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in El Calafate in December
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of rain, with 75 mm (3 in) average for the month. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.
Temperature in El Calafate in December
El Calafate in December gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. During December, the summer season is in full swing. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 4°C (39°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in El Calafate in December
The month enjoys around 257 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances for El Calafate.
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El Calafate Temperature in December
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
48%
Sunshine
257 hours
Percentage Sunshine
51%
Daily Historical Temperatures
46-year average (1977-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Calafate typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in December
Historical weather for El Calafate in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Calafate spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Calafate historical weather extremes in December
Our historical data for El Calafate spans 2003 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- The warmest day in December was on December 16, 2024, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 7°C (45°F), recorded on December 8, 2005.
- The coldest night in December in El Calafate was on December 1, 2023, with a minimum of -3°C (27°F).
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 26, 2015, when 26 mm (1 in) of precipitation fell.
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What to Wear in El Calafate in December
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in El Calafate in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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