December · Chile
Best time to visit Torres del Paine in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Torres del Paine in December
Average temperature 5°C, 91 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 91 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Torres del Paine scores 7.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 5°C, 91 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Torres del Paine gathers granite spires, turquoise lakes, and Patagonian steppe into one compact Chilean national park.
December in Torres del Paine — reliably good (2nd best month)
Expect 5°C (41°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 91 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, 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 Torres del Paine in December?
- In December, Torres del Paine averages 5°C, 91 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Torres del Paine?
- December earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Torres del Paine in December?
- Expect about 91 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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