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.
Go now
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 regionThe 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.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 14° | ok | |
| February | 29° | 15° | ok | |
| March | 28° | 14° | go now | |
| April | 24° | 12° | ok | |
| May | 19° | 10° | ok | |
| June | 16° | 8° | ok | |
| July | 15° | 7° | think twice | |
| August | 17° | 8° | think twice | |
| September | 18° | 8° | ok | |
| October | 22° | 10° | go now | |
| November | 26° | 11° | go now | |
| December | 29° | 14° | ok |
5-year Open-Meteo ERA5 normals. Updated monthly.
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