Climate Insights for Valparaíso

The climate in Valparaíso is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 328mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 104mm of rainfall. Valparaíso 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 August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Valparaíso has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 16°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Valparaíso is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 328mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 104mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 103mm 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.

Valparaíso is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Valparaíso, which began on June 21, 2026. Valparaíso 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

The best time to visit Valparaíso is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 3mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Valparaíso 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.