San Fernando Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore San Fernando’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
The weather in San Fernando experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C during cooler months like July. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in San Fernando by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. January, the city’s warmest month, receives 356 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 129 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 5 days. It records 89 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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San Fernando Temperatures Compared World Wide
San Fernando’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°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 San Fernando, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 90% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 15°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 65% combined with an average maximum temperature of 30°C, which creates a 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 San Fernando’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our San Fernando climate page.
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