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Home > Destinations > South
America > Chile > Chile
Season and Climate
 In
general, the spring and summer seasons
in the Southern Hemisphere (October-March)
are characterized by long days when weather
is warmer and drier. The peak tourist
season when accommodations and air travel
arrangements are most limited is during
the holiday (Christmas and New Year) and
summer vacation for locals in January
and February. October-November and March-April
are recommended "shoulder season"
travel periods.
Climate in Patagonia is similar to the
Pacific Northwest and southern Alaska;
in the summer you can expect some warm
sunny weather, as well as cold, rainy,
windy days. Geographical diversity throughout
the rest of Chile and Argentina gives
rise to several distinct climatic regions
with wide extremes of temperature, sunlight
and rainfall. Although the season for
adventure travel in Patagonia is limited,
you can travel in many areas of northern
Chile and Argentina throughout the year.
The prime season in Patagonia is October-March
when average daytime highs range from
65° F in the sun to the low 40°s.
Night temperatures are typically in the
mid to upper 30°s, but occasionally
in the 20°s. The weather is extremely
erratic in Patagonia. It varies from warm
sunshine to drizzle, to rain and/or sleet
in a matter of minutes, and returning
to sunshine just as quickly. Wind is a
constant factor, ranging from strong breezes
of 15-20 mph to gale forces up to 60 mph.
Clothing must be appropriate, adaptable
outdoor gear.
Climate in Santiago and Buenos Aires is
temperate and moderated by maritime air.
Expect warm, sunny days during summer
(70-80°F in Dec-Mar) and cool, cloudy
weather in winter (50°F, June-August).
The Andean region, including the Lakes
District from Puerto Montt to Bariloche,
has a cool mountain climate from October-April
(50-55°F). The tropical environment
of Iguazu Falls is great to visit year
round. Expect high humidity and temperatures
from mid to high 70°s in Jan-Feb.
The high Andean region of northern Chile
and Argentina (Salta-Juyjuy Provinces)
is typically dry and clear, especially
in May-September. The Atacama desert of
northern Chile is always dry and suitable
year round.
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