Overview
Santiago, Chile's capital city, experiences a Mediterranean climate characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This climate supports a variety of outdoor activities year-round, with the best conditions typically found in spring and autumn.
Temperatures
- Summer (December to February): Average highs around 28°C (82°F) and lows about 13°C (56°F).
- Autumn (March to May): Temperatures gradually decrease, with highs ranging from 22°C to 15°C (72°F to 59°F) and lows from 10°C to 7°C (50°F to 45°F).
- Winter (June to August): Average highs approximately 14°C (57°F) and lows around 3°C (38°F).
- Spring (September to November): Temperatures rise, with highs between 17°C to 25°C (63°F to 77°F) and lows from 5°C to 10°C (41°F to 50°F).
Rainfall
Santiago receives the majority of its annual precipitation during the winter months, with June being the wettest, averaging around 80 mm (3.1 inches). Summers are typically very dry, with little to no rainfall.
