The best time to visit Chile
The best time to visit Chile for warm, sunny weather is December to March, when its destinations average a Sunshine Score of 83/100 with daytime highs around 21°C / 70°F. November and April are quieter shoulder-season alternatives with still-reliable sun.
Chile by month, averaged across 12 destinations from long-term climate normals — the best stretch is highlighted.
| Month | Sunshine Score | Avg day high | Rain | Sea | For a trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85 | 22° / 72°F | 19 mm | 17° | Excellent |
| February | 85 | 22° / 72°F | 17 mm | 18° | Excellent |
| March | 81 | 21° / 70°F | 24 mm | 17° | Excellent |
| April | 71 | 18° / 64°F | 31 mm | 16° | Excellent |
| May | 55 | 15° / 59°F | 51 mm | 14° | Very good |
| June | 43 | 13° / 55°F | 63 mm | 13° | Good |
| July | 39 | 12° / 54°F | 55 mm | 12° | Mixed |
| August | 45 | 13° / 55°F | 50 mm | 13° | Good |
| September | 53 | 15° / 59°F | 28 mm | 13° | Good |
| October | 64 | 17° / 63°F | 28 mm | 14° | Very good |
| November | 74 | 19° / 66°F | 23 mm | 15° | Excellent |
| December | 82 | 20° / 68°F | 20 mm | 16° | Excellent |
When to go — and when to think twice
Best overall: December to March — Chile's warmest, most reliable stretch (Sunshine Score 83/100, ~21°C / 70°F days). Shoulder season: November and April — quieter, still sunny. Hottest: January, ~22°C / 72°F. Wettest: June (63 mm) — pack for showers.
Where to base yourself for sunshine: Calama (3,926 h/yr), Antofagasta (3,077 h/yr), Copiapo (3,066 h/yr). See every Chile destination with a full climate card, or where it's sunny worldwide, month by month.