ChileThe climate of Punta Arenas
The current climate in Punta Arenas features temperatures ranging from a high of 14°C to a low of 5°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 10°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 0°C and in the warmer months around 6°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Punta Arenas, Chile.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Punta Arenas in recent years was 28°C in February 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -6°C in May 2023.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Punta Arenas gets 277 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 31 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit Punta Arenas?
If you're after warm and sunny weather, there aren’t really any specific months that are best to visit Punta Arenas. The temperatures are too low throughout the year, or there’s just too much precipitation.
Climate Table of Punta Arenas
The climate table of Punta Arenas shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 14 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 7 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 19 | 22 | 28 | 33 | 29 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 13 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0,1 | 1,7 | 1,5 | 7,4 | 11 | 5,7 | 1,8 | 1,1 | 0,4 | 0 |
| UV Index | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Punta Arenas, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Punta Arenas
Yearly Temperature in Punta Arenas
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Punta Arenas, Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Punta Arenas
Total Yearly Precipitation in Punta Arenas
Average Snowfall per Month in Punta Arenas
Total Yearly Snowfall in Punta Arenas
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Punta Arenas, Chile. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Punta Arenas
Weather experiences in Punta Arenas
The weather in Punta Arenas is rated an average of 3,4 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Punta Arenas? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Pieter
June in Punta Arenas is incredibly cold and windy, but the snow-covered landscape made it spectacular and worth it. I recommend warm clothes!
Quinty LafeberFor outdoor activities, the pleasant cold was still within reach, but be sure to bring warm clothes!
SophieFor winter lovers, this is an ideal place, but if you are looking for warmth and sun, this is not the best time to visit.
MartijnThe days were clear and mostly cool, around 15 degrees. Ideal weather conditions for active recreation with frequent high winds. However, the evenings became considerably colder.
Olaf MeijvogelThe humidity caused frequent fog and it was cold. However, there were bright, sunny days that compensated somewhat for the weather, but light clothing was not enough. Improvement point: temperature stabilization.
DavidIt is definitely cold, so bring plenty of warm clothes. Expect short days but beautiful sunsets.
CasperFrequent rainfall makes it not ideal for outdoor activities, but the unique atmosphere more than makes up for this. Don't expect a sunny vacation.
Wout van den HeuvelThe weather was as calm,just like autumn in the Netherlands you could do without your winter coat with off and sun. For me it felt like late summer but in the evening it cooled down considerably.
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Average weather in Punta Arenas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta Arenas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.