December · Chile
Best time to visit Arica in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arica in December
Average temperature 21°C, 1 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.0/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Arica scores 9.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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.
December in Arica — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
December averages 21°C (70°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Arica (4th of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arica in December?
- In December, Arica averages 21°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Arica?
- December earns a 9.0/10 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 December?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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