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Visiting Chile in December

December is one of the best months to visit Chile for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright.

December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Chile for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in December is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Also consider visiting Chile in one of the other best months of January, February, March, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Chile in December?

Yes, December is a good time for sunbathing in Chile.

December has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright. December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Chile in December?

Probably not, December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Chile for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 17°C (63°F).

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Chile?

Yes, December is a good time for a holiday in Chile.

December has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright. December has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Chile for prolonged periods of time.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Chile warm in December?

Yes, Chile is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in December.

The average maximum temperature in Chile in December is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (66°) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Chile in December is 17°C (62°F). The average temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Chile in December?

The average day light hours per day in Chile in December are 14.2. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Chile in December

The weather in December is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Chile in December is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Chile in December is 17°C (62°F). The average temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Chile in December is 13°C (55°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 15°C (58°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Chile in December

The days in December are longer than the previous month. December has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into January. During December the average day light hours are 14.2 per day in Chile. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Chile in December is typically 15.7 during December. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Chile in December

The average sea water temperature in Chile in December is 17.4°C (63.3°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in December is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into January.

Rainfall in Chile in December

December weather is slightly drier than the previous month. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Chile in December is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0.4 rainy days in December making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Chile in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Chile in December is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 14°C (14°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Chile in December is typically 89.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.7% in the previous month and 90.1% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Chile in December is typically 72.3%. The average relative humidity is 71.7% in the previous month and 71.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Chile in December

The average maximum wind speed in Chile in December is typically 23KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 24KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 24KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Chile in December is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 12KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Chile in December is from the West.

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