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Arica weather in December (Arica y Parinacota, Chile)

Looking to travel to Arica in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Arica the weather in December is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Arica in December usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 240 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arica climate page with graphs.

 

Arica, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Chile in December

Find out more about the weather in Chile in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Arica in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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