December · Chile
Best time to visit Lauca National Park in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lauca National Park in December
Average temperature 9°C, 14 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 14 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Lauca National Park scores 9.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 9°C, 14 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lauca is a high Altiplano park of Chungará Lake reflections, volcano cones, and grazing camelids. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
December ranks 3rd of 12 for Lauca National Park — one of the best windows
December averages 9°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 14 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Lauca National Park (3rd of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.5/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 Lauca National Park in December?
- In December, Lauca National Park averages 9°C, 14 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Lauca National Park?
- December earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lauca National Park in December?
- Expect about 14 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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