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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Capitán Pastene.
Capitán Pastene, Araucanía, Chile, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with February peaking at 24°C (75°F) and July dropping to 12°C (54°F).
With around 1111 mm (44 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Capitán Pastene has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct dry season from December to March, with warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is June. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
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Visitors to Capitán Pastene can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 10°C (50°F) in February to 3°C (37°F) in July.
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Capitán Pastene is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1111 mm (44 in). Capitán Pastene can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 226 mm (8.9 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 18 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation spread across 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Capitán Pastene Precipitation page.
Capitán Pastene can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 2.5 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Capitán Pastene.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 86%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. 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, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Capitán Pastene. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Capitán Pastene has a distinct dry season from December to March, with warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 3°C (37°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1111 mm (44 in). June is the wettest month with 226 mm (8.9 in), while January is the driest with 18 mm (0.7 in).
Capitán Pastene receives around 2,195 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 305 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 76 hours. Overall, Capitán Pastene enjoys abundant sunshine.
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