Climate Insights for Panguipulli

The climate in Panguipulli is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2752mm of precipitation falls per year. Panguipulli receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Panguipulli 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Snowfall occurs from May to October, with around 130cm accumulating over the season.

Panguipulli sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 2°C to 22°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 16°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Panguipulli is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2752mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 229mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 466mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 61mm. That's 404mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from May to October, with around 130cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 42cm.

Panguipulli is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Panguipulli, which began on June 21, 2026. Panguipulli 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 2°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

The best time to visit Panguipulli is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 74mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Panguipulli 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.