Best Time to Visit Santiago, Santiago, Chile
Santiago is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Santiago for sunny, dry weather is October–April — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 8.7°C / 47.7°F in July to 21.9°C / 71.4°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (January) to 95 mm / 3.7 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Santiago, Santiago, Chile's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Santiago's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9°C71.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20.9°C69.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.7°C65.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 15.4°C59.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 15.2°C59.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 18.2°C64.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 20.7°C69.3°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
The best time to visit Santiago for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 21.9°C / 71.4°F, and the driest is January with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Santiago's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Santiago?
The rainy season at Santiago, Santiago runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 18 mm / 0.7 in. The wettest single month is June (95 mm / 3.7 in).
What is the driest month in Santiago?
The driest month in Santiago is January, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.9°C / 71.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Santiago?
The least comfortable months for travel to Santiago — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 95 mm / 3.7 in in June, and the coldest month averages 8.7°C / 47.7°F.
Is Santiago climate different from Chile overall?
Yes, usually. Our Santiago figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Chile figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Santiago specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.