December weather forecast
Puerto Montt, Chile

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in December

December brings with it the full force of summer in Puerto Montt. The city basks under a maximum of 15.1 hours of daylight, the maximum for the year. The UV index stands at 4, advocating necessary sun protection measures. While rainfall recedes to 70mm (2.76") over 14 days, the warmth starts to set in. As Puerto Montt gears up for Christmas and New Year celebrations, it makes for an ideal year-end getaway.

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a comfortable 17.5°C (63.5°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) is observed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Puerto Montt is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 194.3 rainfall days, and 1256mm (49.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Puerto Montt, the average seawater temperature in December is 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 13.5°C (56.3°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Puerto Montt, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 21:28 -03.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Puerto Montt is 8.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Puerto Montt is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, 17.5°C (63.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.2°C (48.6°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Puerto Montt?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Puerto Montt?

In December, in Puerto Montt, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Puerto Montt?

In December, the average sea temperature in Puerto Montt, Chile, is 13.5°C (56.3°F). Swimming in 13.5°C (56.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

When are the longest days in Puerto Montt?

December has the longest days of the year in Puerto Montt, Chile, with an average of 15h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, the average day length in December is 15h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Puerto Montt?

On the first day of December in Puerto Montt, Chile, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 21:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 21:28 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Montt have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Puerto Montt, Chile, is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Puerto Montt?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Puerto Montt, Chile, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average temperature in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.8°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average pressure in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average pressure in December: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1015.6mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average wind speed in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.1km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average humidity in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average rainfall in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average rainfall in December: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (178mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average rainfall days in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average sea temperature in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in December: 13.5°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (10.4°C).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average daylight in December: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average sunshine days in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average UV index in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average cloud cover in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average visibility in December - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

[Resources]

Puerto Montt, Chile

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location