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Best time to visit Chile
The best times to visit Chile (Santiago) are in January, February, March, November and December based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.
Chile by month
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Top Chile destinations
Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in Chile. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.
All Chile destinations
- Antofagasta
- Arica
- Balmaceda
- Calama
- Concepcion
- Easter Island
- La Serena
- Lake Chungara
- Lake Pehoe
- Lake Puyehue
- Pucon
- Puerto Montt
- Puerto Natales
- Puerto Varas
- Punte Arenas
- San Pedro de Atacama
- Santa Cruz
- Santiago
- Valdivia
- Valparaiso
- Vina del Mar
When is the best time to visit Chile?
Max Day Temperature (°F)
- Jan
79 - Feb
77 - Mar
73 - Apr
66 - May
61 - Jun
55 - Jul55
- Aug57
- Sep61
- Oct68
- Nov73
- Dec77
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The weather guide for Chile (Santiago) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Chile weather overview
Chile, which spans more than 2,500 miles from north to south, is a long, narrow, rugged country with a range of climatic conditions to match its varied topography. Its north lies in the Atacama coastal desert which, although one of the world's driest regions, experiences a lot of cloud and mist. This obscures the sun and prevents the permanently high temperatures becoming excessive.
The spine of the mighty Andes runs down Chile's eastern borders and its northern range has a typical mountain climate of crisp, thin air and light rainfall with permanent snow and ice on its higher reaches.
Most of the population (not surprisingly) is based in the lowlands of central Chile which has a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers (November to March) and mild, rainy winters. The winter months can bring frost and snow inland but this rarely affects the coast. This is a sunny region in the summer, clocking up an average of 10 hours of daily sunshine.
The Southern Andes is a region of much heavier snow and rainfall: snow can occur almost down to sea level. The wettest part of Chile is its south which has a cool maritime climate and rainfall throughout the year. Summers are cool, cloudy and changeable while winters vary from fairly mild in more northerly districts, to very cold in the deep south.
What to pack for Chile weather
Pack light cotton clothes for visits to northern and Central Chile with warmer supplements for central Chilean winters. Take much heavier clothing for visits down south (especially in winter) and for trips up into the Andes. Go prepared for rain at any time if you are visiting the south or going to central Chile in the winter months (May to September).
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Chile essential information
Below is a beginner's guide to Chile with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Chile - quick facts | |
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| Flight time✝ | 15.5 hours |
| Time difference | UK -3 to -6 hours |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Currency | Chilean Peso |
| Electricity | C + L plug (220V) |
| Driving side | Right |
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
Travelling to Chile?
Discover where to book holidays, flights, hotels and more from popular travel providers for your trip to Chile in 2026/2027.
Holidays to Chile
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Mercury Holidays Award-winning travel provider offering package holidays, escorted tours and river cruises to Chile and more. |
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Expedia Compare and book holidays, flights, hotels, car hire and more on this trusted website covering global destinations. |
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Travelbag Award-winning UK-based travel company specialising in personalised long-haul holidays to Chile and further afield. |
Tours to Chile
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Travelsphere UK-based tour operator with 60+ years experience. Offers award-winning guided tour holidays across six continents. |
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Cosmos Long-standing travel brand offering affordable adventure tours across 54 countries on six continents. |
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Saga Holidays Award-winning travel operator specialising in escorted tours and hotel holidays to Europe and worldwide for over 50s. |
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Wendy Wu Tours UK's leading specialist tour operator to China, Japan and southeast Asia. Flights, hotels, meals, guides and visa included. |
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Trafalgar Discover your next guided tour through this top-rated travel brand covering every destination from Europe to Australia. |
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G Adventures Award-winning adventure travel brand specialising in small-group tours, safaris and expeditions across all seven continents. |
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Exoticca Online tour operator offering cultural trips and experiences designed by an in-house team of travel experts. |
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Just You Specialists in solo travel for over 25 years. Offers a range of trips and experiences to worldwide destinations including Chile. |
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Contiki Global travel brand for 18-35s, offering over 200 all-inclusive group trips across six continents. Low deposit bookings available. |
Flights to Chile
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Iberia Spain's biggest airline serving over 140 cities in Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. |
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British Airways The UK's national flag carrier is a major global airline, serving over 200 destinations across 80 countries including Chile. |
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KAYAK Search and compare flights, hotels, car hire and package holidays through this award-winning travel search engine. |
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Air France This major French international airline serves almost 170 destinations across 73 countries including Chile via its hub in Paris. |
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KLM The Netherland's national flag carrier and the world's largest airline. Serves 170 international destinations via Amsterdam. |
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eDreams Leading European OTA offering thousands of flights and hotels across 40,000 destinations including Chile. |
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Kiwi.com Global OTA and search engine specialising in affordable flights, hotels and car hire across worldwide destinations including Chile. |
Hotels in Chile
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Hilton Leading global hospitality brand with a portfolio of 9,000 properties across 141 countries and territories including Chile. |
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IHG Leading global hotel group with a portfolio of international brands including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and more. |
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Marriott The world's largest hotel company with a portfolio of 30+ brands and almost 9,600 properties across 143 countries. |
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Radisson Hotels |
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Priceline |
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Hotels.com Part of Expedia Group, this major OTA offers deals and discounts on hotel rooms worldwide including in Chile. |
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Booking.com Leading global OTA founded in Amsterdam. Offers worldwide accommodation, flights, car hire, activities and more. |
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Agoda One of the world's largest online travel platforms with a network of over 6 million hotels. Plus flights, activities and more. |
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ALL World-leading hospitality group offering experiences and stays across more than 110 countries including Chile. |
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Chile travel deals
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Chile travel advice
Check the latest travel advice and guidance on visiting Chile from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Chile - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Chile - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Chile - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Chile - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Chile - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Chile - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Chile.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Chile travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Chile with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Chile - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Chile - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Chile - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Chile, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Chile travel features
Do you want to learn more about Chile? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Chile.
Chile FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Chile including the current entry restrictions, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Which is the hottest month in Chile?
The hottest time of year in Santiago, Chile is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 79°F with moderate heat and humidity.
Which month has the most rain in Chile?
In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Santiago, Chile with 3.6 inches on average. There are normally 4 days in July with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Chile?
The sunniest time of year in Santiago, Chile is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 75% of daylight hours; that's 11 hours of sunshine per day.
What is the flight time to Chile from the UK?
The flight time to Chile from the UK is typically 15.5 hours.
What is the time difference between Chile and the UK?
The time difference between Chile and the UK is UK time-3 to UK time-6 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Chile?
What is the currency in Chile?
The currency in Chile is the Chilean Peso (CLP).
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Which plugs are used in Chile?
Chile uses electrical plug type C + L (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Chile?
They drive on the right side of the road in Chile.
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