AI-generatedPuerto Montt at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 21°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 16.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,720 h
- Rain a year
- 1,915 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC−3 / UTC−4
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Puerto Montt
Puerto Montt has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 21 °C, while July is the coolest at 11 °C. With around 1,720 hours of sunshine a year, Puerto Montt is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Puerto Montt
The best time to visit Puerto Montt is from December to March. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in January it only reaches 16.0 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to March. Rain is frequent from April to November; the wettest month is June with 271 mm.
Puerto Montt through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Puerto Montt in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 14–17 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 47 rainy days in all
Puerto Montt in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Puerto Montt in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 14–19 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Puerto Montt in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 11–12 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 2.5 h of sun a day
- 60 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Dec – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Apr – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 8°
- Midday, 13:00: about 14°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 15°
- Evening, 20:00: about 12°
- Night, 23:00: about 9°
07:0320:11
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:46–07:40 · evening 19:34–20:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:35–06:46 · evening 20:29–20:40
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Puerto Montt compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 14° at the start of the month to 16° at the end. The sea warms from 11° to 13°. The days get 1.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 14° | 16° |
| Night-time low | 5° | 7° |
| Sea | 11° | 13° |
| Daylight | 12.5 h | 13.8 h |
What is the weather like in Puerto Montt in October?
In October, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 11.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 142 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 8 min07:03 – 20:11
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 22 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 66 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC−3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %72 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %16 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Puerto Montt
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Puerto Montt: score 86 against 48. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in February. February has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 86better |
| Daytime high | 15° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 6° | 10° |
| Sea | 11.9° | 15.7° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 7.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 16 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 142 mm | 70 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Puerto Montt month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January21° · Sea 16° · 7.7 h
In January, Puerto Montt is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in January86February21° · Sea 16° · 7.4 h
In February, Puerto Montt is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in February72March19° · Sea 15° · 5.5 h
In March, Puerto Montt is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in March48April16° · Sea 13° · 3.8 h
In April, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 12.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 159 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in April29May14° · Sea 11° · 2.5 h
In May, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 11.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 221 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in May16June11° · Sea 11° · 1.8 h
In June, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 1.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 271 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in June15July11° · Sea 10° · 2.4 h
In July, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 243 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in July21August12° · Sea 10° · 3.3 h
In August, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 10.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 256 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in August35September14° · Sea 11° · 4.4 h
In September, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 163 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in September48October15° · Sea 12° · 5.1 h
In October, Puerto Montt is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 11.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 142 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in October65November17° · Sea 13° · 5.9 h
In November, Puerto Montt is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 119 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in November76December19° · Sea 15° · 6.7 h
In December, Puerto Montt is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Puerto Montt.
Puerto Montt in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Puerto Montt
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
ColdOctober: nights around 6°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in July (4°), the warmest in January (10°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from April to October, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 83 | 21° | 10° | 16.0° | 7.7 h | 10 | 75 |
| FebruaryFeb | 86 | 21° | 10° | 15.7° | 7.4 h | 8 | 70 |
| MarchMar | 72 | 19° | 9° | 14.5° | 5.5 h | 12 | 107 |
| AprilApr | 48 | 16° | 7° | 12.7° | 3.8 h | 15 | 159 |
| MayMay | 29 | 14° | 6° | 11.4° | 2.5 h | 17 | 221 |
| JuneJun | 16 | 11° | 5° | 10.8° | 1.8 h | 20 | 271 |
| JulyJul | 15 | 11° | 4° | 10.4° | 2.4 h | 20 | 243 |
| AugustAug | 21 | 12° | 5° | 10.4° | 3.3 h | 20 | 256 |
| SeptemberSep | 35 | 14° | 5° | 10.8° | 4.4 h | 17 | 163 |
| OctoberOct | 48 | 15° | 6° | 11.9° | 5.1 h | 16 | 142 |
| NovemberNov | 65 | 17° | 8° | 13.3° | 5.9 h | 14 | 119 |
| DecemberDec | 76 | 19° | 9° | 14.9° | 6.7 h | 12 | 91 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Puerto Montt
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 11.4 – 12.5 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Puerto Montt ranges from 10.4 °C in July to 16.0 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 15.0 and 17.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.0° | 15.0° | 17.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.7° | 14.7° | 16.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.5° | 13.8° | 15.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 12.7° | 12.0° | 13.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 11.4° | 11.0° | 12.0° | cold |
| JuneJun | 10.8° | 10.2° | 11.3° | cold |
| JulyJul | 10.4° | 10.0° | 10.9° | cold |
| AugustAug | 10.4° | 9.9° | 10.8° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 10.8° | 10.4° | 11.3° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 11.9° | 11.4° | 12.5° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 13.3° | 12.5° | 14.4° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.9° | 13.7° | 16.0° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Puerto Montt
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 13.1 hours of daylight in Puerto Montt, 39 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 13 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Puerto Montt: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Puerto Montt has about 16 rainy days with 142 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Puerto Montt
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Puerto Montt
How breezy and how cloudy Puerto Montt is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Puerto Montt typically peaks at 22 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 66 % of the sky over Puerto Montt: mostly cloudy, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Planning a trip to Puerto Montt
Weather for your travel dates
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Puerto Montt in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Puerto Montt has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 19).
- 55
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 26
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 2.4 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 19
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 3.0 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 48
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 80
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 15 h 30 min
- Distance
- 12,470 km
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (4 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Puerto Montt vs Bariloche
In October Bariloche has the better holiday weather (score 66 vs 48). During the day it is about as warm in Bariloche as in Puerto Montt. Bariloche gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Puerto Montt | Bariloche |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 48 | 66 |
| Daytime high | 15° | 15° |
| Sea | 12° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 9 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Chile in October: the best places
In October, Puerto Montt ranks 14 of 17 destinations in this country.
- Calama25°100
- 2Antofagasta18°16°98
- 3Valparaíso19°13°97
- 4Viña del Mar19°13°97
- 5Iquique25°18°97
- 6Coquimbo18°14°92
- 7La Serena18°14°92
- 8Arica20°18°91
- 14Puerto MonttThis page15°12°48
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Frequently asked questions about Puerto Montt
When is the best time to visit Puerto Montt?
The best time to visit Puerto Montt is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Puerto Montt?
The sea temperature in Puerto Montt ranges from 10.4 °C in July to 16.0 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Puerto Montt in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 11.9 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Puerto Montt?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 21 °C and nights around 10 °C. July is the coolest month at 11 °C.
When does it rain most in Puerto Montt?
Rain is frequent from April to November; the wettest month is June with 271 mm. The driest month is February with 70 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Montt get?
Puerto Montt gets around 1,720 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.7 hours a day; in June there are 1.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Puerto Montt in?
Puerto Montt is on UTC−3 in January and UTC−4 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Puerto Montt?
A nonstop flight from London to Puerto Montt takes about 15 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 12,470 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Puerto Montt?
Puerto Montt has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 19). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 55, May half-term 26, summer holidays 19, October half-term 48, Christmas holidays 80.