Weather radar Punta Arenas
Real-time precipitation radar · Magallanes · Chile
Punta Arenas climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Punta Arenas shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 14.1° | 13.8° | 11.7° | 9.8° | 7.4° | 5.1° | 4.7° | 6° | 8° | 10.1° | 11.7° | 12.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 8.1° | 8.1° | 6.3° | 4.9° | 3.6° | 1.6° | 0.8° | 1.9° | 2.9° | 4.6° | 5.9° | 7.1° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 76 | 79 | 98 | 87 | 53 | 48 | 66 | 66 | 55 | 90 | 77 | 85 |
| Rainy days | 18 | 18 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 21 | 17 | 19 |
| Sunshine hours | 318 | 243 | 248 | 188 | 149 | 109 | 130 | 168 | 238 | 306 | 335 | 347 |
| Humidity | 71% | 73% | 75% | 78% | 81% | 83% | 82% | 82% | 75% | 74% | 72% | 72% |
Best time to visit Punta Arenas
The best time to visit Punta Arenas is typically November. In this month the average high is 11.7°C, precipitation is 77 mm and sunshine duration is 335 hours. The annual average high is 9.6°C, total annual precipitation is 880 mm (193 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2779 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Punta Arenas
How up to date is the weather radar for Punta Arenas?
The weather radar for Punta Arenas is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Punta Arenas?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Punta Arenas: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Punta Arenas?
The thunderstorm potential for Punta Arenas is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Punta Arenas.
What is the climate like in Punta Arenas?
Punta Arenas has an annual average high of 9.6°C. The warmest month is January (avg high 14.1°C), the coldest July (avg low 0.8°C). The wettest month is March with 98 mm, the driest June with 48 mm. Total annual precipitation is 880 mm (193 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2779 hours.
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