December · Chile
Best time to visit Futaleufú in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Futaleufú in December
Average temperature 10°C, 27 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 27 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Futaleufú scores 9.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 10°C, 27 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Futaleufú is a Patagonian whitewater capital-turquoise Class IV-V rapids framed by forested Andean valleys. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
December is one of the strongest months in Futaleufú (3rd)
Expect 10°C (49°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 27 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Futaleufú at 9.3/10 (3rd of 12), just behind February at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Futaleufú in December?
- In December, Futaleufú averages 10°C, 27 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Futaleufú?
- December earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Futaleufú in December?
- Expect about 27 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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