Tarapacá Weather in December

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

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Iquique

Thinking about venturing to Tarapacá, 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 Tarapacá in December

Tarapacá, Chile is a region in Chile. December in Tarapacá generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Iquique.

For specific regional insights in Tarapacá, Chile, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 4.6 mm (0.2 in) in Iquique.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Iquique typically receives 300 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tarapacá in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tarapacá.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Tarapacá

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Tarapacá, Chile?

Iquique

In December Iquique generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
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Monthly rainfall
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
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Tarapacá weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Tarapacá, Chile brings perfect weather. In Iquique, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Iquique peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in December, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tarapacá, Chile during December, with Iquique averaging close to 4.6 mm (0.2 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Tarapacá, Chile?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Iquique, December might be a good time to visit Tarapacá, Chile. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Iquique.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Tarapacá.

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