April weather forecast
Santiago, Chile

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Breathtaking view of the cityscape of Santiago, Chile, with the Andean Mountain Ranges in the distance
Breathtaking view of the cityscape of Santiago, Chile, with the Andean Mountain Ranges in the distance

Weather in April

The gradual onset of autumn in Santiago becomes more noticeable in April. The afternoon sun still warms the city with its rays, yet is less intense compared to previous months. April witnesses a significant increase in rainfall, going up from one millimeter to four millimeters. Evenings become increasingly cool, completing the cozy autumn atmosphere. The weather fluctuates in April, making it an intriguing month to witness Santiago’s varying faces.

Temperature

April's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from March's moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F) to an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F). Despite drastic daytime highs, Santiago logs an average low-temperature reading of 8.8°C (47.8°F) throughout April.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 36%, are the least humid months in Santiago.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout April, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santiago, there are 45 rainfall days, and 190mm (7.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Santiago, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of April in Santiago, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:37 -03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:03 -04.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from -03 to -04. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 08. September 2024, at 00:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from -04 to -03.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Santiago, Chile, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during April translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Santiago?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santiago during April are 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 8.8°C (47.8°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Santiago?

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 36%, are the least humid months in Santiago.

What is the average humidity in April in Santiago?

In Santiago, the average relative humidity in April is 36%.

How many days does it rain in April in Santiago?

In Santiago, Chile, in April, during 3.1 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Santiago?

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in April in Santiago?

In Santiago, Chile, the average day length in April is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Santiago?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:37 -03. On the last day of the month, in Santiago, Chile, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:03 -04.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Santiago?

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from -03 to -04. The next DST starts on Sunday, 08. September 2024, at 00:00.

How long on average sun shines in April in Santiago?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Santiago?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Santiago, Chile, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Santiago, Chile

Average temperature in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average high temperature in April: 20.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.4°C).

Average pressure in April
Santiago, Chile

Average pressure in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average pressure in April: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Santiago, Chile

Average wind speed in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in April
Santiago, Chile

Average humidity in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average humidity in April: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (55%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (36%).

Average rainfall in April
Santiago, Chile

Average rainfall in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average rainfall in April: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (67mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Santiago, Chile

Average rainfall days in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Santiago, Chile

Average snowfall in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Santiago, Chile

Average snowfall days in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santiago, Chile

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Santiago, Chile

Average sunshine days in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in April: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (22.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Santiago, Chile

Average UV index in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Santiago, Chile

Average cloud cover in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in April: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in April
Santiago, Chile

Average visibility in April - Santiago, Chile
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Santiago, Chile

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