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ChileThe weather in December in Calama
It's warm in December in Calama with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 9°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Calama. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Calama, 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 30°C in 2018, Calama reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 3,8 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Calama
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Calama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Calama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 3,8 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Calama with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 9°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 Calama is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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 Calama, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Calama
Temperature in December in Calama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Calama, 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 Calama
Total precipitation in December in Calama over the years
Daily UV index in December in Calama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Calama, 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 Calama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Calama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.