San Pedro de Atacama weather in December
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 11°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit San Pedro de Atacama. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
28°C
Average low
11°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
March, April, September, October, November, December
What to do in San Pedro de Atacama in December
Whatever the weather, San Pedro de Atacama rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Alto Atacama geothermal hot spring soak
Laguna Cejar boron-rich lake floating and swimming
Ojos del Salar salt springs and natural pool
Atacama full-day jeep tour: multiple ecosystems
Flamingo and wildlife lagoon drive: three-lake circuit
Local astro-tourism: planetarium and night sky guide
What to pack for December
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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January
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
February
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
March
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
May
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
June
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
July
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
August
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
December (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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