December · Chile
Best time to visit Iquique in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Iquique in December
Average temperature 20°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 66% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.7/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Iquique scores 8.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Iquique mixes surf breaks, a historic nitrate-era downtown, and dune sports above the Atacama coast. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
December ranks 4th of 12 for Iquique — one of the best windows
With 20°C (68°F) on average, December delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Iquique at 8.7/10 (4th of 12), just behind February at 9.3/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Iquique in December?
- In December, Iquique averages 20°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Iquique?
- December earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Iquique in December?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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