December · Chile
Best time to visit Valparaiso in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Valparaiso in December
Average temperature 15°C, 1 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
9.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Valparaiso scores 9.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 15°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Valparaíso climbs its hills in a tangle of funiculars, murals and colourful tin houses above the Pacific.
December in Valparaiso — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
December averages 15°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 1 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.4/10 puts this among the year's best months in Valparaiso (3rd of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for 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 Valparaiso in December?
- In December, Valparaiso averages 15°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Valparaiso?
- December 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 Valparaiso in December?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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