December Rainfall and Precipitation in Atacama

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

Atacama, Chile, a region in Chile, experiences precipitation in December ranging from almost none in Piedra Colgada (0.4 mm (0.02 in)) to almost none in Chañaral (4.9 mm (0.2 in)).

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Best Places to Visit in Atacama 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.

Atacama precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Atacama, Chile receive in December?

Copiapó stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 0.5 mm (0.02 in).

How many days does it rain in Atacama, Chile in December?

Copiapó sees roughly 2 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Atacama, Chile?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in Atacama, Chile, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in Atacama, Chile?

Based on our records, Chañaral receives the most rainfall in Atacama, Chile in December, averaging about 4.9 mm (0.2 in).

What is the driest city in December in Atacama, Chile?

Piedra Colgada is the driest city we have data for in Atacama, Chile in December, with monthly rainfall close to 0.4 mm (0.02 in).

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