Climate guide for Laguna San Rafael, Chile

Laguna San Rafael in April

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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April · Chile

Best time to visit Laguna San Rafael in April Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Laguna San Rafael in April

Average temperature 5°C, 94 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

April score

4.0/10

Ranked #7 of 12 months

Full year for Laguna San Rafael
Avg temp
5°C
Rainfall
94 mm
Humidity
89%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

April in Laguna San Rafael scores 4.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 94 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Laguna San Rafael is a glacier calving lagoon reached by boat or flight-ice walls meeting turquoise water. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.

April in Laguna San Rafael — the hardest end of the year

April averages 5°C (40°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Rainfall runs 94 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight.

It scores 4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? January scores 4.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Laguna San Rafael in April?
In April, Laguna San Rafael averages 5°C, 94 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
Is April a good time to visit Laguna San Rafael?
April earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Laguna San Rafael in April?
Expect about 94 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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