Best time to visit Chile

The best time to visit Chile is Autumn (Mar–May) or Winter (Jun–Aug) or Spring (Sep–Nov), based on recorded weather, crowd and price levels. 4 seasons are compared below with their weather, crowds and prices so you can choose dates that suit your trip.

How we calculate costs

Autumn
March – May
Wine harvest and colour in the central valley.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Winter
June – August
Andes ski season; Patagonia largely closed.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Spring
September – November
Desert flowering in some years; Patagonia reopening.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Summer
December – February
Patagonia trekking season; hot and dry in the centre.
Crowds: high
Prices: high

Chile best time to visit FAQ

When is peak season in Chile?

Peak crowds or prices in Chile are recorded during Summer (Dec–Feb).