December Rainfall and Precipitation in Magallanes

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

Magallanes, Chile, a region in Chile, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a moderate 69 mm (2.7 in) in Punta Arenas to a heavy 333 mm (13 in) in Torres del Paine. In December, it is summer. If you're planning to visit during December, be prepared for the highest rainfall of the year in Magallanes, Chile.

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Best Places to Visit in Magallanes 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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Magallanes precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Magallanes, Chile receive in December?

Puerto Natales often experiences a notable amount of rain in December, with an average of about 159 mm (6.3 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

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

Rainfall in Puerto Natales typically falls on roughly 5 days days in December.

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

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Magallanes, Chile.

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

In our database, Torres del Paine stands out as having an average rainfall level of 333 mm (13 in), making it the wettest location.

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

Punta Arenas is the driest city we have data for in Magallanes, Chile in December, with monthly rainfall close to 69 mm (2.7 in).

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