Climate Insights for San Rafael Airport

Provincia de Los Andes, Región de Valparaíso, Chile

Hottest
January
22°C peak
Coldest
July
-3°C low
Wettest
June
90mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in San Rafael Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 433mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 90mm of rainfall. San Rafael Airport 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 127cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 11° Feb Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Mar Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 9° Apr Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 5° May Max: 12° Average: 6° Min: 1° Jun Max: 8° Average: 3° Min: -2° Jul Max: 8° Average: 2° Min: -3° Aug Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: -1° Sep Max: 12° Average: 6° Min: 1° Oct Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 2° Nov Max: 18° Average: 12° Min: 5° Dec Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 8°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in San Rafael Airport 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 22°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 2°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 5°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: 18mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 3mm May Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 15mm Jun Precipitation: 90mm Snow: 38mm Jul Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 25mm Aug Precipitation: 58mm Snow: 25mm Sep Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 13mm Oct Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 7mm Nov Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 1mm Dec Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 1mm
Precipitation
Snow

San Rafael Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 433mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 90mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 8mm. That's 83mm 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 127cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 38cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

San Rafael Airport 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 January, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h 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, 10km/h in summer, 8km/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 San Rafael Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. San Rafael Airport 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -3°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 107mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. 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 8 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 45mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 79mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -3 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 202mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Expect around 88cm 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 12°
Dec 15°

The best time to visit San Rafael Airport is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 13mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°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 San Rafael Airport 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
11 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
9 °C
20 °C
9 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Apr
5 °C
17 °C
8 km/h
28 mm
3 cm
May
1 °C
12 °C
7 km/h
44 mm
15 cm
Jun
-2 °C
8 °C
8 km/h
90 mm
38 cm
Jul
-3 °C
8 °C
8 km/h
54 mm
25 cm
Aug
-1 °C
9 °C
8 km/h
58 mm
25 cm
Sep
1 °C
12 °C
8 km/h
35 mm
13 cm
Oct
2 °C
14 °C
9 km/h
45 mm
7 cm
Nov
5 °C
18 °C
9 km/h
27 mm
1 cm
Dec
8 °C
20 °C
10 km/h
19 mm
1 cm
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