Puerto Varas

Los Lagos Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Los Lagos, Chile in December.

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Puerto Varas Castro Puerto Montt Ancud

Thinking about venturing to Los Lagos, Chile this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Los Lagos in December

Los Lagos, Chile is a region in Chile. December in Los Lagos generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Hornopiren at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Osorno at 21°C (70°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Osorno and 8°C (46°F) in Hornopiren.

To explore the conditions in Los Lagos, Chile in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Osorno with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 351 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Puerto Varas enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Los Lagos in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Los Lagos

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Los Lagos, Chile?

Temperature range in Los Lagos (December)

Precipitation variation in Los Lagos (December)

Puerto Varas

In December Puerto Varas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
198 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Puerto Varas →

Castro

In December Castro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Castro →

Puerto Montt

In December Puerto Montt generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
198 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Puerto Montt →

Ancud

In December Ancud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ancud →

Osorno

In December Osorno generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Osorno →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Los Lagos, in Chile.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Los Lagos in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Varas 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Castro 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Puerto Montt 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Ancud 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Osorno 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Frutillar 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Los Lagos weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Los Lagos, Chile in December?

December in Los Lagos, Chile brings tolerable weather. In Puerto Varas, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Los Lagos, Chile in December?

Average temperatures in Los Lagos, Chile during December range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Puerto Varas.

Does Los Lagos, Chile get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Los Lagos, Chile. Average rainfall in Puerto Varas sits around 130 mm (5.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Los Lagos, Chile?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Puerto Varas, December might be a good time to visit Los Lagos, Chile. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Puerto Varas. The weather in April, May, June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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