Best Time to Visit Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile
Valparaíso is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Valparaíso 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 11.1°C / 52°F in July to 18.4°C / 65.1°F in January, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (January) to 111 mm / 4.4 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Valparaíso, Valparaíso, Chile's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Valparaíso's climate is broadly mild oceanic. 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 | 18.4°C65.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.1°C64.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 16.8°C62.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 14.8°C58.6°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 14.1°C57.4°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.8°C60.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 17.6°C63.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Valparaíso?
The best time to visit Valparaíso for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 18.4°C / 65.1°F, and the driest is January with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Valparaíso's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Valparaíso?
The rainy season at Valparaíso, Valparaíso runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 16 mm / 0.6 in. The wettest single month is July (111 mm / 4.4 in).
What is the driest month in Valparaíso?
The driest month in Valparaíso is January, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.4°C / 65.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Valparaíso?
The least comfortable months for travel to Valparaíso — based on point-value climate at the city — are June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 111 mm / 4.4 in in July, and the coldest month averages 11.1°C / 52°F.
Is Valparaíso climate different from Chile overall?
Yes, usually. Our Valparaíso 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 Valparaíso specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.