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Los Lagos Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Los Lagos, Chile in October.

Planning a journey to Los Lagos, Chile this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Los Lagos in October

Los Lagos, Chile is a region in Chile. October in Los Lagos generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Futaleufú at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Osorno at 16°C (61°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Osorno and 1°C (34°F) in Futaleufú.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Los Lagos, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Osorno with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 382 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Puerto Varas gets approximately 155 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Los Lagos by month

Best Places to Visit in Los Lagos in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Los Lagos.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Los Lagos

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Los Lagos, Chile?

Temperature range in Los Lagos (October)

Precipitation variation in Los Lagos (October)

Puerto Varas

In October Puerto Varas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
155 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Castro

In October Castro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Montt

In October Puerto Montt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
155 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Ancud

In October Ancud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Osorno

In October Osorno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Los Lagos in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Varas 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Castro 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Puerto Montt 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Ancud 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Osorno 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Frutillar 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Los Lagos weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Los Lagos, Chile in October?

October in Los Lagos, Chile brings unpleasant weather. In Puerto Varas, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Los Lagos, Chile in October?

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Varas peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in October, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Los Lagos, Chile get a lot of rain in October?

Rainfall in Los Lagos, Chile peaks during October. Puerto Varas averages roughly 169 mm (6.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Los Lagos, Chile?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Los Lagos, Chile due to the typically unpleasant weather in Puerto Varas.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Varas. In contrast, April, May, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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