Country Information




Introduction

Ranges from hot and arid in the north to very cold in the far south. The central areas - including Santiago - have an often idyllic Mediterranean climate with a colder, wetter season (May to August). Much of the south, from Region VII down has a very high annual rainfall.



Required Clothing

Lightweight, natural fabrics. Rainwear for the wet season. More substantial waterproofs are often needed in the south.