December Rainfall and Precipitation in Antofagasta Region

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Antofagasta Region, Chile in December.

Antofagasta Region, Chile, a region in Chile, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a almost none 0 mm (0 in) in San Pedro de Atacama to a heavy 212 mm (8.3 in) in Puerto Aysén. December typically stands out as the driest month of the year in Antofagasta Region, Chile.

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Best Places to Visit in Antofagasta Region in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Antofagasta Region precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Antofagasta Region, Chile receive in December?

Rainfall in San Pedro de Atacama during December is on the lighter side, averaging about 0 mm (0 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Antofagasta Region, Chile in December?

Rainfall in San Pedro de Atacama typically falls on roughly 10 days days in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Antofagasta Region, Chile?

December is generally a drier month for Antofagasta Region, Chile, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in December in Antofagasta Region, Chile?

Looking at our data, Puerto Aysén tops the wettest-cities list in Antofagasta Region, Chile for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 212 mm (8.3 in).

What is the driest city in December in Antofagasta Region, Chile?

The driest place is San Pedro de Atacama with an average rainfall of 0 mm (0 in) according to our data.

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