Our verdict
The best time to visit Santiago is November-January
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 28℃ (83℉). In the colder months such as July, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 2℃ (36℉).
The days are longest in Santiago in January, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Santiago in June – It’s the wettest month of the year.
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Santiago seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Santiago as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Santiago is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Santiago
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Santiago for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Santiago climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Santiago for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Santiago in January
- Average temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 42%
- Average sunny days: 30 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Santiago in February
- Average temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 40%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Santiago in March
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 36%
- Average sunny days: 30 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in March, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Santiago in April
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 36%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in April, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Santiago in May
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 44%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Santiago in June
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 49%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 47mm (2") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in June, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Santiago in July
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 55%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in July, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Santiago in August
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in August, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Santiago in September
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in September, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
Santiago in October
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 47%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Santiago in November
- Average temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 42%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in November, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Santiago in December
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 41%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Santiago in December, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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