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Arica weather and climate
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Arica weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
26 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
23 °C
Precipitation
0 mm
in month
Rainy days
1 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
Day
26 °C
Night
19 °C
Sea
23 °C
Precipitation
0 mm
in month
Rainy days
1 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
68 %
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Weather overview for Arica
Weather overview
Arica (Chile) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 18.2 °C (64.8 °F) in August to 26.1 °C (79.0 °F) in February. The highest sea temperatures in Arica are in February with 22.8 °C (73.1 °F) and the lowest in August with 16.9 °C (62.5 °F). Temperatures during the night go from 11.7 °C (53.1 °F) in July to 18.6 °C (65.5 °F) in February. The driest month is May with just 0 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is February with 1 days of rain.
January weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 26.0 °C (78.8 °F) in Arica, and the sea temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 22.5 °C (72.4 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 1 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 0 mm (0.02 in). There is pending tourist season. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 7 hours.
February weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 26.1 °C (79.0 °F) in Arica, and the maximum of the sea temperature can be noticed as well in February. The tourist season is close to its peak. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 1 days. The maximum of the night temperature is observable, with its value of 18.6 °C (65.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value of 7 hours.
March weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 25.5 °C (77.9 °F) in Arica, and the sea temperature starts to descent too, the value of this measure is 22.2 °C (71.9 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak, and the dry season is close to its peak as well in March. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 0 days. The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 17.8 °C (64.0 °F).
April weather
The sea temperature continues to descent, its value is 20.8 °C (69.4 °F) in Arica, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 23.9 °C (75.0 °F). The dry season is taking place. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, its value is 8 hours. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 15.5 °C (59.9 °F).
May weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 21.1 °C (70.0 °F) in Arica, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 19.6 °C (67.3 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 0 days, and the rainfall amount is on its minimum as well, with its value being 0 mm (0.00 in). There is pending dry season. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 14.0 °C (57.2 °F).
June weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 18.9 °C (66.0 °F) in Arica, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 18.5 °C (65.3 °F). The dry season continues. The minimum of the day length can be noticed in June. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 13.0 °C (55.4 °F).
July weather
The dry season continues this month in Arica. The minimum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 11.7 °C (53.1 °F), while the sea temperature continues to descent, its value is 17.4 °C (63.2 °F). The humidity reaches its maximum, with its value of 75 %.
August weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value being 18.2 °C (64.8 °F) in Arica, and the sea temperature is on its minimum as well in August. There is pending dry season. The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, its value is 12.2 °C (54.0 °F).
September weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed in September in Arica. The ongoing dry season is noticeable in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent in September.
October weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 20.6 °C (69.1 °F) in Arica, while the sea temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 18.0 °C (64.5 °F). The night temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 14.1 °C (57.4 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed. The dry season is taking place this month.
November weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 22.2 °C (72.0 °F) in Arica, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too. The dry season continues. The rise of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 15.6 °C (60.1 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable.
December weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 24.4 °C (75.9 °F) in Arica, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too, with its value being 21.1 °C (70.0 °F). The tourist season is at its beginning. The night temperature continues to rise, with its value being 17.0 °C (62.6 °F). The maximum of the day length is observable, the value of this measure is 13 hours. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, its value is 8 hours.
FAQs
Is it hot in Arica in January?
In January in Arica, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What temperature can I expect during the day in February in Arica?
The average daily temperature in Arica in February is 26.1 °C (79.0 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
What is the sea temperature in Arica in March?
The temperature of the sea in March in Arica is 22.2 °C (71.9 °F). This warm sea is nice for swimming, maybe cold for some, but most people can spend a long time in it.
How many rainy days can I expect in Arica in April?
In April in Arica, we can expect 0 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.0 days of the week, or in general - 0 % days.
How many hours of sun to expect in May in Arica?
In Arica in May, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine.
Is June part of the dry season in Arica?
Yes, there is a dry season in June in Arica with just 0 days during the month being rainy.
What is the humidity in Arica in September?
Humidity in Arica in September is 74 %.
How windy is it in October in Arica?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Arica in October is 3.5.
What is the night temperature in November in Arica?
The average night temperature in November in Arica is 15.6 °C (60.1 °F). This temperature is pleasant for a wide range of evening, night, and morning activities from sports to sitting outside in restaurants or evening walks.
Are there good conditions to visit in Arica in December?
In December in Arica, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 24.4 °C (75.9 °F). There are only 0 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. A sea temperature of 21.1 °C (70.0 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 17.0 °C (62.6 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.