WEATHER

Chile has different climatic zones since the country extends so far from north to south. The northern part with the Atacama Desert has an arid climate and the south is very cool and wet. The central region has a more temperate climate. December and January are summer months and July and August are winter months since the country lies beneath the equator. Central Chile has its monsoon and occasional snow in the winter months with increasing rainfall as you head south. January and February is the best time to travel to Chile.

The average temperatures range from about 65° F in the summer months of December and January to 45° F in July and August. With a minimum temperature of about 38° F and a maximum of about 78° F.

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