Climate Insights for Pilmaiquén

The climate in Pilmaiquén is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2744mm of precipitation falls per year. Pilmaiquén receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pilmaiquén 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 3°C. Snowfall occurs from May to October, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.

Pilmaiquén sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 20°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Pilmaiquén is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2744mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 229mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 416mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 93mm. That's 322mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from May to October, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.

Pilmaiquén is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently spring in Pilmaiquén, which began on September 23, 2026. Pilmaiquén 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Pilmaiquén is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 93mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°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 Pilmaiquén 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.