Valdivia: When to Go

The summer months (December to February) are by far the most pleasant in Valdivia, with average daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and relatively low rainfall. Winter (June to August) is the wettest, coldest and windiest time, with up to 200mm (7.9in) of rain falling in July.

University students vacate in the summer, which means cheap lodgings are often available. The major event in town is Noche de Valdivia, on the third Saturday in February, which features decorated riverboats and fireworks.

Weather

Pacific Ocean storm clouds back themselves up against the Andes and dump their watery cargo on Valdivia for days, or sometimes weeks, on end. Fortunately, these storms do subside, making way for periods of glorious sunlight. On the coast, January and February are by far the clearest and warmest months (though you still may need extra layers at night), while June and July are the most wet, cold and windy months. Daytime summer temperatures average 21°C (70°F).

Temperature (average ° C)

Rainfall (average mm)