Climate Overview
The climate in El Maitén is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 920mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 145mm of rainfall. El Maitén is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. El Maitén experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through November.
Temperature
Temperatures in El Maitén vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
El Maitén is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 920mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 145mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 23mm. That's 122mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. El Maitén receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 258cm annually from January through November. The snowiest month is July, with approximately 67cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
El Maitén is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in El Maitén, which began on March 20, 2026. El Maitén is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in February at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -2 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 200mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 92mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 221mm for the season, averaging 74mm per month. Expect around 29cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 407mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Expect around 175cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Maitén based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
