Climate guide for Pichilemu, Chile

Pichilemu in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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December · Chile

Best time to visit Pichilemu in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Pichilemu in December

Average temperature 17°C, 1 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

7.5/10

Ranked #3 of 12 months

Full year for Pichilemu
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Humidity
64%
Days with 6h+ sun
31
Crowd Density
Peak Tourist Rush
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

December in Pichilemu scores 7.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Pichilemu is Chile’s surf capital-Punta de Lobos point breaks and a laid-back Pacific town rhythm. Best window: October-April in the Southern Hemisphere.

December in Pichilemu: strong conditions, 3rd of 12

December averages 17°C (63°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.3 hours of daylight to work with.

It scores 7.5/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 8.1/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

Figure on peak pricing, with 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.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Pichilemu in December?
In December, Pichilemu averages 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
Is December a good time to visit Pichilemu?
December earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Pichilemu in December?
Expect about 1 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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