December · Chile
Best time to visit Valdivia in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Valdivia in December
Average temperature 16°C, 10 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
10.0/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 10 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Valdivia scores 10.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 16°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Valdivia sits where rivers meet the Pacific-riverside markets, German-influenced beer, and nearby coastal forts. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
December is one of the strongest months in Valdivia (3rd)
December averages 16°C (60°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 10 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.8 hours of daylight to work with.
A 10/10 puts this among the year's best months in Valdivia (3rd of 12); only January scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Valdivia in December?
- In December, Valdivia averages 16°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Valdivia?
- December earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Valdivia in December?
- Expect about 10 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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