The best times to visit Valdivia for ideal weather are

November 5th to April 8th

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

 

 


Other Valdivia Travel Info

Weather in Valdivia

Temperature

Average temperatures in Valdivia vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd 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 Valdivia, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid January where highs are regularly around 77.8°F (25.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 51.2°F (10.7°C) at night.

Valdivia Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Valdivia 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.

Valdivia Perceived Temperature (F)

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Valdivia Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Valdivia 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 76 67.3 49.5
Feb 74.5 65.2 48.5
Mar 70.9 61.7 46.5
Apr 63.3 55.5 45.9
May 56.3 50.7 44.4
Jun 52.8 47.6 42.4
Jul 51.6 46.2 40.6
Aug 54.7 48 41.6
Sep 58.8 51 41.6
Oct 63 55 42.4
Nov 66.5 58.7 44.4
Dec 71.4 63.4 48

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.4 19.6 9.7
Feb 23.6 18.4 9.2
Mar 21.6 16.5 8.1
Apr 17.4 13.1 7.7
May 13.5 10.4 6.9
Jun 11.6 8.7 5.8
Jul 10.9 7.9 4.8
Aug 12.6 8.9 5.3
Sep 14.9 10.6 5.3
Oct 17.2 12.8 5.8
Nov 19.2 14.8 6.9
Dec 21.9 17.4 8.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Valdivia are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 3rd.

When can you find snow in Valdivia? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Valdivia.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Valdivia (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 10% 0 1.3
Feb 12% 0 1.8
Mar 14% 0 2
Apr 15% 0 2.2
May 24% 0 4.3
Jun 34% 0 4.5
Jul 33% 0 6.9
Aug 40% 0 7.3
Sep 30% 0 4.4
Oct 18% 0 2.7
Nov 17% 0 2.3
Dec 14% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 3.3
Feb 12 0 4.6
Mar 14 0 5.1
Apr 15 0 5.6
May 24 0 10.9
Jun 34 0 11.4
Jul 33 0 17.5
Aug 40 0 18.5
Sep 30 0 11.2
Oct 18 0 6.9
Nov 17 0 5.8
Dec 14 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Valdivia has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (53.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (88.8%).

Wind in Valdivia is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.9 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 12.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.2 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Feb 6 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.9 Light breeze 9.6 Significant breeze
Apr 4.1 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 8.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 5 Light breeze 9.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.3 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Oct 5.6 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 6.2 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 53.5%
Feb 57.3%
Mar 64.8%
Apr 77.8%
May 87.7%
Jun 88.8%
Jul 87.4%
Aug 82.3%
Sep 73.3%
Oct 66.7%
Nov 63%
Dec 59.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Valdivia?

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 Valdivia, 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 Valdivia 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 Valdivia Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 54.2°F (12.3°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 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 10 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Valdivia, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 9 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 perfect this time of year in Valdivia to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 77.8°F (25.4°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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