Climate Insights for Chillán

Provincia de Diguillín, Nuble Region, Chile

Hottest
January
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
July
4°C low40°F low
Wettest
June
250 mm rain9.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chillán is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 993 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 250 mm of rainfall. Chillán 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Chillán is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 39.1 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 9.8 in of rainfall. Chillán 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 20°Min: 13°FebMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 13°MarMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 11°AprMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 8°MayMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°JunMax: 13°Average: 9°Min: 5°JulMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 4°AugMax: 14°Average: 9°Min: 5°SepMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°OctMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 8°NovMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°DecMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 55°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 68°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FAprMax: 68°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 60°FAverage: 50°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 55°FAverage: 47°FMin: 42°FJulMax: 55°FAverage: 47°FMin: 40°FAugMax: 58°FAverage: 49°FMin: 42°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 52°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 67°FAverage: 56°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 52°F
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Temperatures in Chillán vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Chillán vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 47°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 14mmFebPrecipitation: 5mmMarPrecipitation: 19mmAprPrecipitation: 76mmMayPrecipitation: 121mmJunPrecipitation: 250mmJulPrecipitation: 158mmAugPrecipitation: 157mmSepPrecipitation: 99mmOctPrecipitation: 55mmNovPrecipitation: 28mmDecPrecipitation: 9mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.6inFebPrecipitation: 0.2inMarPrecipitation: 0.8inAprPrecipitation: 3inMayPrecipitation: 4.8inJunPrecipitation: 9.8inJulPrecipitation: 6.2inAugPrecipitation: 6.2inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inOctPrecipitation: 2.2inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.4in
Precipitation

Chillán is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 993 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 250 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5 mm. That's 245 mm 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.Chillán is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 9.8 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 9.6 in 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Chillán 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 13km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Chillán is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan20°69°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar17°63°F
Apr13°56°F
May10°50°F
Jun9°47°F
Jul8°47°F
Aug9°49°F
Sep11°52°F
Oct13°56°F
Nov16°61°F
Dec19°66°F

The best time to visit Chillán is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 15 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chillán is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 40°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chillán 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. 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chillán based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
13 °C55 °F
29 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h7 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C51 °F
25 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C43 °F
15 °C60 °F
9 km/h6 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
5 °C42 °F
13 °C55 °F
11 km/h7 mph
250 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
4 °C40 °F
13 °C55 °F
11 km/h7 mph
158 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C42 °F
14 °C58 °F
11 km/h7 mph
157 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
17 °C63 °F
11 km/h7 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
20 °C67 °F
12 km/h7 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C49 °F
23 °C74 °F
12 km/h8 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
11 °C52 °F
27 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in