Climate Insights for Salamanca

Provincia de Choapa, Región de Coquimbo, Chile

Hottest
January
21°C peak
Coldest
July
-4°C low
Wettest
June
73mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Salamanca is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 409mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 73mm of rainfall. Salamanca 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, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 111cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 12° Feb Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Mar Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 9° Apr Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° May Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 1° Jun Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -2° Jul Max: 8° Average: 1° Min: -4° Aug Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -1° Sep Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 1° Oct Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 3° Nov Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 7° Dec Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 10°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Salamanca vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 17mm Jun Precipitation: 73mm Snow: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 25mm Aug Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 21mm Sep Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 8mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 1mm Dec Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Salamanca is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 409mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 73mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 14mm. That's 59mm 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 April to November, with around 111cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Salamanca 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 December, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Salamanca, which began on March 20, 2026. Salamanca 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 January at around 21°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 1 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 56mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 1 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 18cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Expect around 79cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 17°
Feb 16°
Mar 15°
Apr 11°
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov 13°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit Salamanca is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 19mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Salamanca 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
12 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
9 °C
20 °C
10 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Apr
6 °C
17 °C
9 km/h
23 mm
1 cm
May
1 °C
13 °C
8 km/h
47 mm
17 cm
Jun
-2 °C
9 °C
8 km/h
73 mm
33 cm
Jul
-4 °C
8 °C
8 km/h
47 mm
25 cm
Aug
-1 °C
10 °C
8 km/h
44 mm
21 cm
Sep
1 °C
13 °C
8 km/h
25 mm
8 cm
Oct
3 °C
15 °C
10 km/h
45 mm
6 cm
Nov
7 °C
18 °C
11 km/h
35 mm
1 cm
Dec
10 °C
20 °C
11 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
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