Monthly climate guide
San Pedro de Atacama weather in December
December in San Pedro de Atacama is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 27°C (80°F) and night-time lows near 9°C (48°F). The month usually brings about 4 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- December falls in San Pedro de Atacama's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 18°C apart.
- Low humidity (around 20%) keeps the warmth pleasant rather than muggy.
- San Pedro de Atacama is usually about 5°C warmer than Antofagasta, 240 km away, in December.
Avg high
27°C
80°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
4 mm
very dry
Humidity
20%
relative
Sky
27%
cloud · mostly sunny
San Pedro de Atacama weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 10°C / 50°F | 5 mm | 29% | 40% |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 10°C / 50°F | 4 mm | 34% | 41% |
| March | 25°C / 78°F | 9°C / 48°F | 3 mm | 25% | 22% |
| April | 24°C / 74°F | 7°C / 44°F | 1 mm | 19% | 23% |
| May | 20°C / 69°F | 4°C / 39°F | 1 mm | 16% | 27% |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 2°C / 36°F | 0 mm | 17% | 31% |
| July | 19°C / 66°F | 2°C / 35°F | 1 mm | 15% | 31% |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 3°C / 37°F | 1 mm | 13% | 25% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 5°C / 40°F | 0 mm | 13% | 21% |
| October | 24°C / 76°F | 6°C / 43°F | 1 mm | 14% | 23% |
| November | 26°C / 78°F | 7°C / 45°F | 1 mm | 15% | 20% |
| December | 27°C / 80°F | 9°C / 48°F | 4 mm | 20% | 27% |
What to pack for December
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is December a good time to visit San Pedro de Atacama?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit San Pedro de Atacama →Other Chile cities in December
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San Pedro de Atacama in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit San Pedro de Atacama?
December is a reasonable time for San Pedro de Atacama: highs around 27°C and about 4 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is San Pedro de Atacama in December?
Average highs are about 27°C (80°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in San Pedro de Atacama in December?
San Pedro de Atacama typically gets around 4 mm of rain in December — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around San Pedro de Atacama (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.