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Santiago in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Santiago in April and see if it is worth visiting.
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April

Weather in Santiago in April 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal April holiday with excellent weather, Santiago is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +73°F. Expect about 16 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 24 mm of precipitation over 4 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
24 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santiago has great weather in April.

Average temperature in Santiago in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santiago for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in April is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +46°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 68% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +59°F.

Is Santiago warm or cold in April?

Santiago is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +52°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Santiago:

Climate in Santiago in April

Santiago weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+81°F+73°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+32°F+25°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+90°F+86°F
Rainfall
7 mm24 mm56 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
58%64%72%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1015 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
231610
Cloudy days
5913
Rainy days
347
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as great as in March. It’s getting colder in April. From +81°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +73°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 7 mm to 24 mm. Humidity rises from 58% to 64%. Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 23 sunny days in March to 16 in April.

Next month (May) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Santiago in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Santiago based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 7%, leading to total precipitation of around 20 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. Santiago is amazing in April with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Santiago wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 27% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Santiago?

This is the weather in Santiago in April 2023:
1 April
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+86°F
2 April
☀️
+83°F
3 April
☀️
+80°F
4 April
☀️
+81°F
5 April
☀️
+80°F
6 April
☀️
+84°F
7 April
☀️
+87°F
8 April
☀️
+84°F
9 April
☀️
+82°F
10 April
☀️
+81°F
11 April
☀️
+80°F
12 April
☀️
+74°F
13 April
☀️
+72°F
14 April
☁️
+66°F
15 April
🌫️
+69°F
16 April
☀️
+66°F
17 April
☀️
+68°F
18 April
☀️
+71°F
19 April
☀️
+83°F
20 April
☀️
+78°F
21 April
☁️
+69°F
22 April
☀️
+75°F
23 April
☀️
+71°F
24 April
☀️
+75°F
25 April
☀️
+81°F
26 April
☁️
+76°F
27 April
🌫️
+72°F
28 April
🌫️
+69°F
29 April
🌧️
+64°F
30 April
🌧️
+60°F
In April 2023 Santiago had 22 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Santiago climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Santiago in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+70°F) and the highest in 2020 (+75°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 165 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 1031 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santiago in April:

Is April a good time to visit Santiago?

Yes, April is a great time to go to Santiago, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Santiago.

Can you sunbathe in Santiago in April?

April is warm in Santiago. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Santiago rainy in April?

Santiago is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Santiago in April?

The amount of sunny days in Santiago during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Chile

Check out the weather for other cities in Chile.

Monthly weather in Santiago

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santiago, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.