2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Santiago in December

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

December is a good time to visit Santiago. Santiago has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 14°C, and approximately 0 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

14°C

Rainy days

0days

Daylight

14.3h

Is December a good time to visit Santiago?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:28 AM

Sunset

8:49 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 31°C 17°C 0 Good
February 31°C 16°C 0 Good
March 29°C 15°C 0 Excellent (best)
April 25°C 13°C 2 Excellent (best)
May 21°C 11°C 3 Good
June 14°C 7°C 9 Good
July 15°C 7°C 7 Good
August 16°C 7°C 4 Good
September 20°C 9°C 1 Good
October 24°C 11°C 1 Excellent (best)
November 27°C 12°C 0 Excellent (best)
December 29°C 14°C 0 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for December

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is December a good time to visit Santiago? +

December is typically Good for visiting Santiago, with average highs of 29°C and around 0 rainy days.

What should I pack for Santiago in December? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Santiago in December? +

Santiago typically sees around 0 rainy days in December.

How many hours of daylight are there in Santiago in December? +

In December, Santiago gets approximately 14.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is December peak season in Santiago? +

No, December is not peak season in Santiago. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Santiago? +

The best months to visit Santiago are October, November, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Santiago)

Last Updated: January 2026

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