The best times to visit Puerto Chacabuco for ideal weather are

December 3rd to March 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Puerto Chacabuco Travel Info

Weather in Puerto Chacabuco

Temperature

Average temperatures in Puerto Chacabuco vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 22nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Puerto Chacabuco, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early January where highs are regularly around 74.5°F (23.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 51.3°F (10.7°C) at night.

Puerto Chacabuco Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Puerto Chacabuco Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Puerto Chacabuco Perceived Temperature (F)

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Puerto Chacabuco Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Puerto Chacabuco Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 69.8 62.1 49.4
Feb 68.5 59.4 45.8
Mar 66 57.5 45.9
Apr 57.9 49.6 39.2
May 52 44.8 37.8
Jun 47.6 40.4 33.8
Jul 44.4 37.5 30.9
Aug 46.4 39.1 31.3
Sep 52.9 45.3 35.6
Oct 59.8 51.9 39.2
Nov 62 54.2 41.8
Dec 67.2 59.4 46.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 21 16.7 9.7
Feb 20.3 15.2 7.7
Mar 18.9 14.2 7.7
Apr 14.4 9.8 4
May 11.1 7.1 3.2
Jun 8.7 4.7 1
Jul 6.9 3.1 -0.6
Aug 8 3.9 -0.4
Sep 11.6 7.4 2
Oct 15.4 11.1 4
Nov 16.7 12.3 5.4
Dec 19.6 15.2 7.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Puerto Chacabuco are October, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early December. For example, on the week of December 3rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Puerto Chacabuco? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around July, especially close to late July. The best time to ski (if at all) in Puerto Chacabuco is often around around August 20th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Puerto Chacabuco.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Puerto Chacabuco (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 3.1
Feb 19% 0 1.8
Mar 21% 0 1.9
Apr 16% 0 2.3
May 29% 0 5.7
Jun 33% 0 5.6
Jul 33% 3.4 5.3
Aug 30% 2.5 5.7
Sep 21% 0.4 2.1
Oct 10% 0 1.6
Nov 16% 0 1.7
Dec 13% 0 1.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 7.9
Feb 19 0 4.6
Mar 21 0 4.8
Apr 16 0 5.8
May 29 0 14.5
Jun 33 0 14.2
Jul 33 8.6 13.5
Aug 30 6.4 14.5
Sep 21 1 5.3
Oct 10 0 4.1
Nov 16 0 4.3
Dec 13 0 4.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Puerto Chacabuco has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is December (44.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (75.1%).

Wind in Puerto Chacabuco is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 11.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Puerto Chacabuco.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.4 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Feb 5.1 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.1 Light breeze 9.9 Significant breeze
Apr 4.5 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze
May 4.1 Light breeze 8.3 Significant breeze
Jun 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.1 Barely noticeable 6.6 Significant breeze
Aug 3.6 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 8.5 Significant breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.2 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Dec 6.6 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 44.4%
Feb 50.9%
Mar 49.3%
Apr 56.2%
May 70.3%
Jun 72.1%
Jul 75.1%
Aug 69.5%
Sep 56.6%
Oct 44.9%
Nov 47.3%
Dec 44.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Puerto Chacabuco?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Chile; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Puerto Chacabuco, Chile is January, followed by March and November. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Puerto Chacabuco in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.8 in July means 54.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Puerto Chacabuco Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70.6°F (21.4°C) and 49°F (9.4°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Puerto Chacabuco, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 50.6°F (10.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Puerto Chacabuco to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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