Weather in Santiago
What's the weather like in Santiago?
Santiago has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in January to 15°C (59°F) in July, with overnight lows around 14°C (57°F) and 4°C (39°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Santiago are March through May, and September through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇱 Chile
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Santiago
- Coordinates
- -33.449, -70.669
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 14°C / 57°F | 1 mm | 1 | 0 |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 13°C / 55°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 12°C / 54°F | 5 mm | 2 | 0 |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 9°C / 48°F | 15 mm | 3 | 0 |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 45°F | 50 mm | 5 | 0 |
| June | 15°C / 59°F | 5°C / 41°F | 80 mm | 7 | 0 |
| July | 15°C / 59°F | 4°C / 39°F | 75 mm | 8 | 0 |
| August | 17°C / 63°F | 5°C / 41°F | 60 mm | 6 | 0 |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 7°C / 45°F | 35 mm | 4 | 0 |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 9°C / 48°F | 15 mm | 3 | 0 |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 11°C / 52°F | 10 mm | 2 | 0 |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 13°C / 55°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
Santiago by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
The most comfortable months in Santiago are usually April, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Santiago?
January is typically the hottest month in Santiago, averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).
What is the coldest month in Santiago?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 4°C (39°F).
Does it snow in Santiago?
Snow is rare in Santiago; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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