January · Chile
Best time to visit Arica in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arica in January
Average temperature 22°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).
January score
9.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Arica scores 9.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°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.
January ranks 3rd of 12 for Arica — one of the best windows
With 22°C (72°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Arica at 9.4/10 (3rd of 12), just behind February at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for 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 Arica in January?
- In January, Arica averages 22°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Arica?
- January earns a 9.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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