Geography of Chile
Geography of Chile: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Chile
Aconcagua is 67 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 33°26′56″S 70°40′9.5″W (-33.4489, -70.6693)
Quick facts about Chile
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 33°26′56″S 70°40′9.5″W (-33.4489, -70.6693) |
| Capital | Santiago |
| Population | 19.700.000 |
| Area | 291.932 sq mi |
| ISO code | CL |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CHL |
| Currency | Chilean peso (CLP) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +56 |
| Time zone | America/Santiago |
| Local time | 7:37 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by city in Chile
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by national park in Chile
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Chile
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Summary
Chile is a country in South America. Chile is a country in South America with its capital at Santiago. It has a population of about 19.7 million. The capital is Santiago.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Chile with overcast. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 53°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 82%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Chile is January, February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Santiago International Airport (SCL), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Torres del Paine National Park, Easter Island and Aconcagua.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 67°F is 7°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Chile today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Chile month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 61° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 88° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 82° | 58° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 74° | 53° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 64° | 46° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 60° | 44° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 60° | 45° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 60° | 45° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 65° | 47° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 73° | 51° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 77° | 53° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 83° | 57° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Chile?
Chile is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -33.4489, -70.6693. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Chile right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Chile?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Chile, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Chile in?
Chile observes America/Santiago (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:37 AM.
How many people live in Chile?
Chile has a population of approximately 19.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Chile?
The closest airports are Santiago International Airport (SCL), 8 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Chile?
Popular options include Torres del Paine National Park, Easter Island and Aconcagua.
What places are in Chile?
Chile covers 3 places in this atlas, including Santiago, Torres del Paine National Park and Easter Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 7:37 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
