Climate Insights for Santiago

Provincia de Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Hottest
January
30°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
4°C low39°F low
Wettest
June
104 mm rain4.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santiago is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 436 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 104 mm of rainfall. Santiago 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.The climate in Santiago is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 17.2 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 4.1 in of rainfall. Santiago 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 39°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 16°FebMax: 30°Average: 22°Min: 16°MarMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 14°AprMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 10°MayMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 7°JunMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 4°JulMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 4°AugMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 5°SepMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 7°OctMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 9°NovMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°DecMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 14°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 57°FAprMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FMayMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 61°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FJulMax: 61°FAverage: 49°FMin: 39°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 51°FMin: 41°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°F
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Temperatures in Santiago vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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 Santiago vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 39°F and an average of 49°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 62mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 75mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 7mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.3inFebPrecipitation: 0.1inMarPrecipitation: 0.1inAprPrecipitation: 1.4inMayPrecipitation: 2inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inJulPrecipitation: 2.4inAugPrecipitation: 3inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 0.3in
Precipitation

Santiago is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 436 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 104 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 mm. That's 101 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.Santiago is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.1 in. That's 4 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Santiago is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Santiago is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°71°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr16°61°F
May12°54°F
Jun10°49°F
Jul9°49°F
Aug11°51°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct16°60°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Santiago is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 14 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 Santiago is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 39°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 Santiago 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 Santiago 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
16 °C60 °F
30 °C85 °F
7 km/h4 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C60 °F
30 °C85 °F
6 km/h4 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C57 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h3 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C51 °F
23 °C74 °F
5 km/h3 mph
34 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
7 °C44 °F
19 °C66 °F
5 km/h3 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C40 °F
16 °C61 °F
5 km/h3 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
4 °C39 °F
16 °C61 °F
4 km/h3 mph
62 mm2.4 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C41 °F
18 °C64 °F
5 km/h3 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
7 °C44 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C53 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
29 °C83 °F
7 km/h4 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in