City in Chile

Current Local Time in Santiago

Current local time and time zone in Santiago, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌙 64°F now🕔 3:56 AM local📅 Best: January, February, March, April, October, November and December👥 6.8 million

Current local time in Santiago

3:56 AM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Santiago
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now7:56 AM
Sunrise7:12 AM
Sunset6:18 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:12 AM
Sunset6:18 PM
Daylight11h 6m
Solar noon12:45 PM
Golden hour (am)7:12 AM - 8:12 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:18 PM - 6:18 PM
Blue hour (am)6:42 AM - 7:12 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:18 PM - 6:48 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%
Moonrise1:55 PM
Moonset4:25 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Santiago

TypeCity
CountryChile
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates33°26′56″S 70°40′9.5″W (-33.4489, -70.6693)
Population6.800.000
Known forAndes-backed capital and wine valleys
Local time3:56 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April, October, November and December
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by airport in Santiago

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Summary

Santiago is a city in Chile. Santiago is known for Andes-backed capital and wine valleys. It has a population of about 6.8 million.

Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Santiago with mainly clear. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 51°F to 75°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 10/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Santiago 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 Aconcagua.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 75°F is 14.2°F above the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Santiago today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 33°26′56″S 70°40′9.5″W (-33.4489, -70.6693)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Santiago?

Santiago is a city in Chile. Its coordinates are -33.4489, -70.6693. It lies in South America.

What is the weather like in Santiago right now?

It is currently 64°F (18°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 51% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Santiago?

January, February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Santiago, which has a Mediterranean climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Santiago in?

Santiago observes America/Santiago (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:56 AM.

How many people live in Santiago?

Santiago has a population of approximately 6.8 million.

What is the nearest airport to Santiago?

The closest airports are Santiago International Airport (SCL), 8 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Santiago?

Popular options include Aconcagua.

What places are in Santiago?

Santiago covers 1 places in this atlas, including Santiago International Airport.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 23, 2026 at 3:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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