Chile Weather Forecast
Chile weather: 51°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
Best time to visit Chile
Go in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Chile
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Chile compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Chile.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aconcagua | 67 mi | -7°F | 101°F cooler | 33 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 63°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 51°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 69% and wind is 1 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 5:46 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 22, 2026 at 5:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
