December · Chile
Best time to visit Villarrica in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Villarrica in December
Average temperature 17°C, 9 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% 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
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Villarrica scores 10.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 17°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Villarrica sits on its lake below an active volcano cone-hot springs, water sports, and ski days in season. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
December is one of the strongest months in Villarrica (3rd)
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
At just 9 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.8 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Villarrica at 10/10 (3rd of 12), just behind January at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect 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 Villarrica in December?
- In December, Villarrica averages 17°C, 9 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 Villarrica?
- 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 Villarrica in December?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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