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Magallanes Weather in December

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

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Puerto Natales Punta Arenas Torres del Paine Porvenir

Considering a trip to Magallanes, Chile this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Magallanes in December

Magallanes, Chile is a region in Chile. December in Magallanes generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Torres del Paine at 9°C (48°F) to mild in El Toro at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in El Toro and 1°C (34°F) in Torres del Paine.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Magallanes, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta Arenas with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Torres del Paine with 333 mm (13 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

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Best Places to Visit in Magallanes 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 Magallanes

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

Temperature range in Magallanes (December)

Precipitation variation in Magallanes (December)

Puerto Natales

In December Puerto Natales generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Puerto Natales →

Punta Arenas

In December Punta Arenas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
235 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Punta Arenas →

Torres del Paine

In December Torres del Paine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
333 mm (13 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Torres del Paine →

Porvenir

In December Porvenir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
235 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Porvenir →

El Toro

In December El Toro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in El Toro →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Natales 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Punta Arenas 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Torres del Paine 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 333 mm (13 in)
Porvenir 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 76 mm (3 in)
El Toro 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)

Magallanes weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Magallanes, Chile in December?

In December, Magallanes, Chile generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Puerto Natales sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Magallanes, Chile in December?

In Puerto Natales, the average daytime high in December is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Magallanes, Chile get a lot of rain in December?

Magallanes, Chile sees substantial rainfall in December. Puerto Natales typically averages about 159 mm (6.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Magallanes, Chile?

In our view, December is one of the best times to travel to Magallanes, Chile, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Puerto Natales.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide unpleasant weather in Puerto Natales.

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