Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Lucía is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1121mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 226mm of rainfall. Santa Lucía 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: November, September, October. The coldest months are June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Santa Lucía sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -3°C to 17°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 9°C. The coldest month is June, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Santa Lucía is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1121mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 226mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 5mm. That's 221mm less than February, 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 January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 18cm.
Wind
Santa Lucía 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 August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Santa Lucía, which began on September 23, 2026. Santa Lucía 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 November at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -3°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 189mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 594mm across the season with a monthly average of 198mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 320mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 16°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Lucía 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.
