ChileThe weather in December in Atacama
It's warm in December in Atacama with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Atacama. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Atacama, Chile. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2023, Atacama reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,2 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in December for Atacama
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Atacama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Atacama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,2 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Atacama with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 15°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Atacama is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Atacama, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Atacama
Temperature in December in Atacama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Atacama, Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Atacama
Total precipitation in December in Atacama over the years
Daily UV index in December in Atacama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Atacama, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Atacama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Atacama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.