When to go to Chile…

Summer: December - February
Long daylight hours and clear skies. The best time to visit the deep South, where trails in the Lake District and Patagonia are fully open. In the North, mild evening temperatures make for wonderful stargazing in the Atacama. The coast and Easter Island burst into life. School holidays mean all destinations are busier.
Autumn: March - May
The ‘golden months’; central vineyards and ancient southern forests turn to brilliant shades of ochre and fire-red. In the wine regions, harvest festivals celebrate the new vintage. The winds drop in the deep South and with the summer crowds gone, pumas and guanacos are more frequently seen.
Winter: June - August
While the South experiences its wettest months, the central Andes offer world-class powder and heli-skiing. The Atacama remains a year-round draw – although nights are freezing, winter offers the clearest, sharpest skies for celestial observation.
Spring: September - November
Wildflowers carpet the central valleys and the capital enjoys mild, sunny days. In the South conditions are perfect for spotting newborn fauna in the national parks. Moderate temperatures make this a fantastic time for exploring the Lake District or the coastal hills by bike.