December · Chile
Best time to visit Putre in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Putre 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 Putre 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.
Putre is a high Andean village base for Lauca National Park-vicuñas, lagoon reflections, and thin-air acclimatization. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
December in Putre — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
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 Putre (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.
Plan for 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 Putre in December?
- In December, Putre 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 Putre?
- 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 Putre 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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