April · Chile
Best time to visit Arica in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arica in April
Average temperature 21°C, 2 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Arica scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Arica is Chile’s northern tip city-year-round mild beach weather, Morro headland, and routes toward Peru and Putre. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
April ranks 5th of 12 for Arica — one of the best windows
With 21°C (70°F) on average, April delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 2 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Arica at 8.9/10 (5th of 12), just behind February at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arica in April?
- In April, Arica averages 21°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Arica?
- April earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Arica in April?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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