Climate Overview
The climate in Taltal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 6mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 2mm of rainfall. Taltal 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, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.
Temperature
Taltal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 25°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Taltal is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 6mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 2mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Taltal is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/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 12km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Taltal, which began on March 20, 2026. Taltal 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 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 10°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 15 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 10 to 19°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Taltal is during January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°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 Taltal 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.