Santiago Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

With minimal seasonal shifts, Santiago experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in August to 18°C (64°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Santiago receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 857 mm (34 in) annually. The seasons in Santiago bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives high rainfall, with an average of 118 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 46 mm (1.8 in) over 15 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Santiago Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Santiago enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 8.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Santiago.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 3 m/s (6 knots). It is lower in November and higher in May, June, July and August. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)