Punta Arenas Weather in December
Chile · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Punta Arenas is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (53°F) and nighttime lows near 7°C (44°F). Expect roughly 39mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
12°C
53°F
Avg low
7°C
44°F
Rainfall
39mm
dry
Rainy days
8
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 233 hours of sunshine over the month (~8h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Punta Arenas in December?
- December in Punta Arenas is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (53°F) and nighttime lows near 7°C (44°F). Expect roughly 39mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Punta Arenas in December?
- Punta Arenas sees around 39mm of precipitation in December on average — dry by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Punta Arenas?
- December is a workable month to visit Punta Arenas, but expect some weather trade-offs.