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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Calén.
Calén, Los Lagos, Chile, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 14°C (57°F). February is the warmest month at 18°C (64°F), while July is the coolest at 11°C (52°F).
With around 1848 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, Calén has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from May to August. The wettest month is June.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Calén - and find the best time to visit.
The temperature in Calén remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently moderate climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 18°C (64°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C (52°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in February to 7°C (45°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Calén has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1848 mm (73 in) of rainfall annually. Calén can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 250 mm (9.8 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Calén Precipitation page.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 88%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January and February typically offer the most optimal weather in Calén. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Calén has a distinct rainy season from May to August.
Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in July to 18°C (64°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1848 mm (73 in). June is the wettest month with 250 mm (9.8 in), while January is the driest with 78 mm (3.1 in).
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