When to go · Chile

Best Time to Visit Chile

Aim for March, November and October across most of Chile. Climate varies by region, so check your city below for the exact best months.

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March, November, October

Comfortable and drier

Shoulder

April, December, February

Fewer crowds, a trade-off

Think twice

August, July

Hottest is December (29°C)

It depends where you go

climate varies by region

The best month isn't the same across Chile. Here's when each city we track is at its best.

Chile month by month

Normals for Santiago, Chile's main hub. Each month links to its full weather page.

MonthHighLowRainVerdict
January29°14°ok
February29°15°ok
March28°14°go now
April24°12°ok
May19°10°ok
June16°8°ok
July15°7°think twice
August17°8°think twice
September18°8°ok
October22°10°go now
November26°11°go now
December29°14°ok

5-year Open-Meteo ERA5 normals. Updated monthly.

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