Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine is an huge national park on the border with Argentina. It is possible to walk here along craters, high-rising mountain ridges, over glaciers and through vast majestic tundra.
Torres del Paine Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F), December in Torres del Paine brings low temperatures during the day. It is also the wettest month of the year, so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Torres del Paine in December
As part of the rainy season, Torres del Paine sees around 5 days of rain in December, with an average of 333 mm (13 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Torres del Paine in December
If you're visiting Torres del Paine in December, expect highs of 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows around 1°C (34°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.If you're interested in exploring other destinations, our weather planner can help you discover additional travel options worldwide.
Torres del Paine Temperature in December
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
333 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Torres del Paine Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Torres del Paine in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Torres del Paine spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Torres del Paine historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Torres del Paine between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- The hottest December day on record in Torres del Paine reached 18°C (64°F) (December 16, 2024).
- Torres del Paine experienced its chilliest December day on December 1, 2010, reaching only 2°C (36°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -6°C (21°F) on December 13, 2015, marking the coldest December night on record.
- The wettest December day on record brought 64 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation to Torres del Paine (December 1, 2014).
Best Places in Chile in December
Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Chile in December →
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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).
What to Wear in Torres del Paine in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Torres del Paine in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Torres del Paine in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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