Hanga Roa Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Hanga Roa’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Chile.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Hanga Roa enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 21°C during cooler months like August. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 18°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Hanga Roa by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. February, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 250 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 80 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days. It records 175 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Chile Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Chile. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Hanga Roa Temperatures Compared World Wide
Hanga Roa’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Hanga Roa, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 80% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 21°C. In the warmest month, February, the humidity is 80% combined with an average maximum temperature of 26°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Hanga Roa’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Hanga Roa climate page.
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