San José de Maipo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit San José de Maipo.

Climate overview of San José de Maipo

San José de Maipo, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) in January, while winters cool to 4°C (39°F) in July.

The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1001 mm (39 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct dry season from January to March, with pleasant summers and cold winters. June is the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 12.2 hours of daily sunshine.

San José de Maipo Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in San José de Maipo - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in San José de Maipo

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in San José de Maipo. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in January to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 8°C (46°F) in January to -6°C (21°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in San José de Maipo

San José de Maipo has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1001 mm (39 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The seasons in San José de Maipo bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy snow/rainfall, with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation. This snow/rainfall is distributed across 4 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 23 mm (0.9 in) over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our San José de Maipo Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in San José de Maipo

In San José de Maipo, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.2 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Santiago, Chile (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Santiago, Chile (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Humidity in San José de Maipo by Month

Best Time to Visit San José de Maipo

For comfortable weather, consider visiting San José de Maipo in January, February and March. Conditions are usually least favourable in May, June, July, August and September.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: January, February and March
  • Warmest weather: January and February
  • Most sunshine: January and December
  • Wettest months: May, June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
  • Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from January to March, with pleasant summers and cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: July, with freezing nights around -6°C (21°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in San José de Maipo

What is the best time to visit San José de Maipo?

January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in San José de Maipo. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. San José de Maipo has a distinct dry season from January to March, with pleasant summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in San José de Maipo?

Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in July to 21°C (70°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does San José de Maipo get?

Annual rainfall is around 1001 mm (39 in). June is the wettest month with 189 mm (7.4 in), while March is the driest with 23 mm (0.9 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.

How sunny is San José de Maipo?

San José de Maipo receives around 2,750 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 365 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 120 hours. Overall, San José de Maipo enjoys abundant sunshine.

San José de Maipo 3-Day Forecast

San José de Maipo 3-Day Forecast

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