Is January a good time for surfing at Arica – El Gringo?
January is a good month for surfing at Arica – El Gringo (best: April–October). Waves 1.5 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 27°C.
Plan your trip to Arica – El GringoEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 27°C by day, 20°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 2 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Chile in January →Where to go surfing in January →Schools and camps near Arica – El Gringo
- Surf School 4.5 km
- Arica Surfhouse Hostel 1.6 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Arica – El Gringo?
January is a good month for surfing at Arica – El Gringo (best: April–October). Waves 1.5 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 27°C.
How warm is the water at Arica – El Gringo in January?
About 20°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Arica – El Gringo in January?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Arica – El Gringo in January?
Around 27°C by day and 20°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 2 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Punta Hermosa (1.5 m waves) & Iquique – El Colegio (1.2 m waves).
