Ancud, Chile: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Ancud, Chile? If you're planning to go to Ancud, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Ancud
- Important essentials for Ancud
- Activities for Ancud
- Ancud in January: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in February: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in March: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in April: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in May: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in June: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in July: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in August: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in September: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in October: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in November: weather and what to pack
- Ancud in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Ancud, Chile
Based on the climate and weather in Ancud, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Ancud, Chile
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Ancud, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Ancud. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and L. This one should work in most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Ancud, Chile by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for Ancud is cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
February
If you are traveling to Ancud in February, you will notice that it is chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
March
Traveling to Ancud in March, you will notice that it can be chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
April
Traveling to Ancud in April, you will notice that it is cool. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
May
If you are traveling to Ancud in May, you will notice that it is brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
June
If you are traveling to Ancud in June, you will notice that it is brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
July
July is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
August
If you go to Ancud in August, you will notice that it can be brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
September
If you go to Ancud in September, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
October
If you go to Ancud in October, you will notice that it is chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
November
Traveling to Ancud in November, you will notice that it can be chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
December
December in this region can be chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you go to the Churches of Chiloé Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Activities for Ancud, Chile
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Ancud.
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