Chile Travel Weather
When Is the Best Time To Visit Chile?
The answer to the question of what is the best month to visit Chile depends on what you are interested in doing during your stay. Here you can see an overview of each month and its typical weather conditions.
Tourist Season in Chile
The best time to visit Chile includes the summer months from November to February. Sunny and relatively rain-free weather is favorable for travelers. This is a very good time for sightseeing and trekking, as well as an optimal time for beach and sea bathing enthusiasts.
The autumn months, from March to May, and the spring months from September to October, are also relatively good times to visit Chile. Admittedly, the weather is not as favorable as in the summer months, a bit cooler and more rainy, but this does not prevent you from traveling. It is best to visit the northern and central parts of the country then.
During the winter months from June to August, although they are out of season, it is also possible to visit the country, but one must expect a significant drop in temperature and an increase in rainfall and, in some regions, snow, which can make a visit difficult. In winter, the ski season continues in the mountains.
Tourist season month by month. Legend
Tourist season - time period with sightseeing-friendly weather (or sunbathing in the case of small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical spread, the most visited places were taken into account and the data were averaged. For selected countries, seasonal holidays were also taken into account, as long as they significantly affect the tourist traffic in this period.
The best time to travel, you can count on very good weather.
A good time to travel, however, sometimes there can be some weather conditions that make the visit a bit difficult.
Travel possible, but it is not the best time. The weather at this time can be very unpredictable, with a tendency to be bad.
Travel is not recommended, the weather at this time can make sightseeing/resting very difficult or even impossible.
Popularity among visitors based on actual visits to popular tourist attractions (based on the average for 49 cities).
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Average temperatures throughout a year for Santiago (°F)
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- Admiring young Magellan's penguins on Punta Tombo: mid-November to March.
- Watching whales with their young on the Valdes Peninsula: mid-September to mid-December.
- Best time for trekking/climbing: November to April.
- Visiting Torres del Paine National Park: April and May.
- Rafting season on the Transcura River: September to April, on the upper rocky section from December to March.
Season and weather by month
March - May
Mar | Apr | May |
During the autumn months there is a gradual decrease in air temperature, but it is still a pleasant time to travel. The most favorable weather is in the northern and central parts, including Easter Island and the Juan Fernández Archipelago. Temperatures in the southern regions during this period are much cooler than in the other months, making travel somewhat difficult.
From March to early May there are festivals (Vendimias) associated with grape harvesting and wine production. They are accompanied by local events, dancing music and tastings.
Holidays and observances in Chile
- 21 May 2024 - Navy Day
- 18 Apr 2025 - Good Friday
- 19 Apr 2025 - Easter Saturday
- 01 May 2025 - Labour Day
June - August
Jun | Jul | Aug |
The months are cold and windy, the number of rainy days increases, and snow may fall in some areas. There are difficult trekking and climbing conditions in the mountains. However, the ski season is underway, a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts.
The northern part of the country (areas bordering Peru, the Arica y Parinacota area, Tarapacá, Antofagasta and the Atacama Desert) is the warmest, around 16°C - 19°C, and thus the most suitable for a visit.
Holidays and observances in Chile
- 20 Jun 2024 - National Day of Indigenous Peoples
- 29 Jun 2024 - Feast of St Peter and St Paul
- 16 Jul 2024 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel
- 15 Aug 2024 - Assumption Day
September - October
Sep | Oct |
The spring months herald the return of warm and dry days. The weather is not ideal, but it is also a good time to travel. Despite the fleeting rainfall, you can count on a fair amount of sunshine. The best region to visit is the northern and central parts of the country and the area of Easter Island and the Juan Fernández Archipelago. During this time, nature is in bloom, with flowery stretches of fields creating beautiful landscapes, which is particularly evident around the Lake District.
The southern regions (Fire Land, Patagonia, Patagonian Andes) are still cool and windy.
On September 18, Independence Day is celebrated throughout the country, featuring traditional music and dances.
Holidays and observances in Chile
- 18 Sep 2024 - Independence Day
- 19 Sep 2024 - Army Day
- 14 Oct 2024 - Day of the Race
- 31 Oct 2024 - Reformation Day
November - February
Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb |
The summer months covering the peak tourist season in Chile. The best time to travel to all regions of the country, including the south and Easter Island and the Juan Fernández Archipelago. It's hot and dry, an ideal time for sightseeing and hiking arrangements. Sunny coastlines encourage beachcombing and sea bathing.
In February, Easter Island hosts the two-week "Festival Tapati," where you can see Rapa Nui culture.
Holidays and observances in Chile
- 01 Nov 2024 - All Saints' Day
- 08 Dec 2024 - Immaculate Conception
- 25 Dec 2024 - Christmas Day
- 01 Jan 2025 - New Year's Day
Santiago de Chile
Sunday 5 May
Humidity
54%Cloud cover
100%Wind speed
3.8 mphChance of rain
0%Santiago de Chile
Monday 6 May
Humidity
59%Cloud cover
59%Wind speed
7.6 mphChance of rain
7%Santiago de Chile
Tuesday 7 May
Humidity
64%Cloud cover
73%Wind speed
12.1 mphChance of rain
77%Santiago de Chile
Wednesday 8 May
Humidity
55%Cloud cover
6%Wind speed
4.5 mphChance of rain
19%Santiago de Chile
Thursday 9 MayHumidity
38%Cloud cover
71%Wind speed
4.9 mphChance of rain
0%Climate and Average Weather in Chile
General weather conditions each month by city.
Weather Map
The icons next to the month name indicate the convenience of the date for visiting the selected area/territory/ country. They are only a suggestion and should not be used as the final criterion for selecting your travel date. The season is defined as the time period with the weather favorable for sightseeing (or sunbathing - small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical range, the most touristic places were included.
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