Worst time to visit Puerto Montt
Some months in Puerto Montt are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Country
🇨🇱 Chile
Region
South America
Hottest
February 18°C
Coldest
July 5°C low
Wettest
August 22 rain days
Driest
February 9 rain days
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| April | very wet (15 rain days) |
| May | extremely wet (19 rain days) |
| June | extremely wet (20 rain days) |
| July | extremely wet (21 rain days) |
| August | extremely wet (22 rain days) |
| September | extremely wet (19 rain days) |
| October | extremely wet (18 rain days) |
| November | very wet (15 rain days) |
What to expect in the worst months
May. 19 rain days out of 31 means roughly 61% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
June. 20 rain days out of 30 means roughly 67% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
July. 21 rain days out of 31 means roughly 68% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
Better times to go
Better months: February (18°C, 9 rain days)
Better in the same region in May
If you're set on South America in May, these cities have more comfortable conditions in the same window:
If you still have to go — what to bring
- Wet: Real rain shell (not a "water-resistant" jacket), packable umbrella, dry-bag for electronics, quick-dry layers. Pre-book indoor museums and food halls.
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