Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Atacama, Chile this December.
Atacama, Chile, a region in Chile, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 21°C (70°F) in Bahia Inglesa to 27°C (81°F) in Copiapó. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Copiapó and 15°C (59°F) in Bahia Inglesa.
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Expect daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Copiapó. That makes December a high month for Atacama, Chile.
Nighttime temperatures in Copiapó typically drop to around 15°C (59°F) in December.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Copiapó is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 27°C (81°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 15°C (59°F).
According to our data, Bahia Inglesa holds the title for the coldest city in Atacama, Chile in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 21°C (70°F) and drops to lows of about 15°C (59°F) during the night.
Copiapó enjoys close to 292 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
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