Chaitén, Chile: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Chaitén
- Important essentials for Chaitén
- Chaitén in January: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in February: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in March: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in April: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in May: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in June: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in July: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in August: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in September: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in October: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in November: weather and what to pack
- Chaitén in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Chaitén, Chile
Based on the climate and weather in Chaitén, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Chaitén, Chile
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Chaitén, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and L. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Chaitén. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Trevelin visitors often do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Chaitén, Chile by month
January
Traveling to Chaitén in January, you will notice that it is cool. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Dresses
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- Long skirts
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We like: this one
February
Traveling to Chaitén in February, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
- Dresses
- Pants or jeans
- Long skirts
- Standard footwear
- A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We recommend: this one
March
March is cool. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost regularly. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light jacket or fleece
- Standard footwear
- Dresses
- Pants or jeans
- Socks
- Long skirts
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is an excellent one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We suggest: this one
April
If you are traveling to Chaitén in April, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain about a third of the time.
Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Light gloves or mittens
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Fleeces
- Standard footwear
- A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases remain dry. We recommend: this one
May
Traveling to Chaitén in May, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings don't get wet. We like: this one
June
June for Chaitén can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about two thirds of the time. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Heavy jacket
- Sweaters
- Insulated water bottle
- Cold weather footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We recommend: this one
July
July for Chaitén can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Sweaters
- Insulated water bottle
- Warm pants or jeans
- Heavy jacket
- Gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Cold weather footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags remain dry. We suggest: this one
August
If you are traveling to Chaitén in August, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain about a third of the time.
Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is an excellent option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases don't get wet. We like: this one
September
September in this region is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light gloves or mittens
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Standard footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We like: this one
October
If you go to Chaitén in October, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain occasionally.
Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light gloves or mittens
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Fleeces
- Jacket or coat
- Standard footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We recommend: this one
November
November in Chaitén is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost 5-10 days this month. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long skirts
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
- Dresses
- Standard footwear
- Socks
- A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We recommend: this one
December
If you are traveling to Chaitén in December, you will notice that it is crisp. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
- Long skirts
- Dresses
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We like: this one
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