Is December a Good Time to Visit Valparaíso?
Valparaíso in December features 13.8°C seas - too cold for swimming but stunning for coastal walks. Air temperatures average 20°C with 0% rain probability.
Decision Factors
Vaccinations required
Yellow Fever
Seismically active region
134 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)
Rough sea conditions
1.82m average wave height - Surfers Only
Peak tourist season
92% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices
Excellent dry conditions
Only 0% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities
Cold sea - swimming challenging
13.8°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge
Good For
- 🥾Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 19.9°C, 0% rain chance
- 📸Photographers
12.9h sunshine, 78% clear skies for golden hour shots
- 🏛️Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
- 💑Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 100/100 with romantic weather conditions
- 💼Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
Who Should Avoid
- 🏖️Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 13.8°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
- 💰Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
- 👴Elderly travelers
79% humidity creates difficult conditions
