Region of Magallanes weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Region of Magallanes, Chile. Like most weather services, we show Region of Magallanes at one spot: Punta Arenas, its largest city. At 9:45 PM local time it was mostly clear and 8°C (46°F). Light rain for 11 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Dec–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 24%
- Chance of rain
- 6%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 11 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Apr–Sep
About Punta Arenas weather
Is it raining in Punta Arenas right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 8° right now. Light rain for 11 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.8 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Punta Arenas this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 10–14° and lows of 4–8°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Punta Arenas lately?
In the past 7 days, Punta Arenas had 2 rainy days and 8.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Punta Arenas?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket and a warm layer for the evenings.
Region of Magallanes weather by month
When is the best time to visit Region of Magallanes?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Region of Magallanes is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 4°C (39°F) in July to 13°C (55°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Region of Magallanes?
April is the wettest month, with about 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 35 mm (1.4 in).
What is the hottest month in Region of Magallanes?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F).
Does Region of Magallanes have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is April at about 60 mm (2.4 in).
How warm is the sea in Region of Magallanes?
The sea is warmest in January at about 10°C (50°F) and coolest in August at about 5°C (42°F). It stays cool all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Punta Arenas), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Region of Magallanes
Weather can differ a lot within Region of Magallanes: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Arenas | Dec–Feb | None | 4–13°C | 577 mm |
| Puerto Natales | Feb | None | 1–12°C | 1,168 mm |