Santiago in July

In July, Santiago averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night, with around 8 days of rain (75 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

July in Santiago is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

15°C
Avg high
4°C
Avg low
8
Rain days
75 mm
Rainfall

How July compares to the rest of the year in Santiago

12th
warmest month of the 12
1st
wettest month of the 12
21%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
10 h 8 min
daylight on the 15th

July is one of the coolest months in Santiago (12th of 12) and one of the wettest months (1st of 12). Daytime temperature runs 8°C below the annual average (23°C). July runs roughly the same as June (15°C) and warms a further 2°C into August (17°C).

July sunrise & sunset in Santiago

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:44 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:52 PM
Day length
10 h 8 min

Times shown for Santiago local time (America/Santiago), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Santiago — July

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in Santiago's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:44 AM – 7:24 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:24 AM – 8:24 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:12 PM – 6:12 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:12 PM – 6:52 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Santiago in July

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Shoulder) and Santiago's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — July in Santiago

Shoulder

Santiago is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — July in Santiago

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
6.4
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Santiago in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow 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

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Santiago in July?

In July, Santiago averages a high of 15°C (59°F) and a low of 4°C (39°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Santiago in July?

July sees occasional rain in Santiago, with about 8 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Santiago?

July is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Santiago in July?

Pack a warm jacket and layers. See the full July packing list for Santiago for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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