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Coyhaique Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Coyhaique can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Coyhaique can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Coyhaique is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1751 mm. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 95 mm of rainfall spread across 3 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Coyhaique. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.4 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Coyhaique

Sat   Dec 21
19°C | 5°C
W 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
18°C | 8°C
NW 3 m/s
2 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Mon   Dec 23
20°C | 11°C
W 5 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

The best time of year to visit Coyhaique in Chile

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Coyhaique?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and August.
  • Which is the warmest month in Coyhaique?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Coyhaique?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Coyhaique?
    June tops the wettest month list with 202 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Coyhaique?
    February is the driest month with 95 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Coyhaique?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 251 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.