WEATHER AND HOW TO PACK GEOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE WEATHER CONDITIONS BY MONTH Summer is one of the most enjoyable times to visit Patagonia. While the weather, at times, can be quite unpredictable, with a wide range of extremes in temperature, sunlight, and rainfall, the summer generally offers mild, comfortable days and cool nights. Patagonia is considered a temperate rainforest and can get large amounts of rain during the summer months, so packing footwear that can get wet and muddy is key. The sun in the Southern Hemisphere is far stronger than in the Northern Hemisphere, and it is strongly recommended that adequate protection, like SPF 50, sun hoodies, and other protective attire, be added to your kit.
DECEMBER As Patagonia enters the start of their beautiful summer season, temperatures begin to rise during the day while early mornings and evenings stay crisp and cool. Temperatures can range from the mid 40s to mid 60s.
JANUARY - MARCH Overall the most popular months in terms of weather, these months typically provide the most warm sunny days. Days begin to become longer with early sunrises and later sunsets. Temperatures start to warm up with ranges of mid 50s to mid 70s, and the possibility of reaching the mid 80s on warmer days.
APRIL April brings along the start of the seasonal change. The days are shorter and wetter as the autumn rain moves in and the temperatures drop to the 30’s. The vegetation turns rust red before the first snowflakes fall, and nights see the first freezing temperatures of the season. Autumn in Chile can be sunny and peaceful, but it can also offer howling winds that help relieve the trees of their last leaves.
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