Hanga Roa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Hanga Roa, Easter Island, Chile, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), ranging from 26°C (79°F) in February to 21°C (70°F) in August.
Hanga Roa sees a moderate amount of rainfall, totalling around 906 mm (36 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 9.7 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Hanga Roa
The climate in Hanga Roa remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 21°C (70°F) during cooler months like August.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in February to around 18°C (64°F) during August.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hanga Roa
Generally, Hanga Roa experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 906 mm (36 in) yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. May brings wetter days averaging 97 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 2 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February experiences a drier climate, with about 56 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Hanga Roa Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Hanga Roa
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Hanga Roa. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.7 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hanga Roa by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Hanga Roa.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 82%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Hanga Roa 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Hanga Roa
The exceptional weather stability in Hanga Roa provides comfortable temperatures between 21°C (70°F) and 26°C (78°F) throughout every month of the year. This consistent climate removes all guesswork from travel planning, though the drier periods offer optimal conditions.While you can visit anytime with confidence, the drier months like February (with just 56 mm (2.2 in) rainfall) provide the most favorable conditions for extended outdoor exploration and flexible itineraries. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
