April · Chile
Best time to visit Santiago in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santiago in April
Average temperature 17°C, 16 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 16 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Santiago scores 9.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 17°C, 16 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Andean skyline views, wine valleys, and plaza life feel best October through March.
April is one of the strongest months in Santiago (7th)
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 16 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Santiago at 9.8/10 (7th of 12), just behind January at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santiago in April?
- In April, Santiago averages 17°C, 16 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Santiago?
- April earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Santiago in April?
- Expect about 16 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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