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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Valle Nevado.
The climate in Valle Nevado, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 17°C (63°F) in January to 0°C (32°F) in July.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1057 mm (42 in) per year. June is the wettest month and March the driest. The city also experiences mild summers and very cold winters. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 12.2 hours of daily sunshine.
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In Valle Nevado, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 0°C (32°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 6°C (43°F) in January to around -8°C (18°F) during July.
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Valle Nevado experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1057 mm (42 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy snowfall, averaging 179 mm (7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 4 snowy days. In contrast, the driest month March brings less rainfall, with 32 mm (1.3 in) over 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Valle Nevado Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Valle Nevado. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.2 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Valle Nevado.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 83%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 54%. 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 Valle Nevado. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Valle Nevado has mild summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in July to 17°C (63°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from -8°C (18°F) to 6°C (43°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1057 mm (42 in). June is the wettest month with 179 mm (7 in), while March is the driest with 32 mm (1.3 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow.
Valle Nevado 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, Valle Nevado enjoys abundant sunshine.
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