At a glance
| Metric | Bogotá | Santiago |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 19°C | 30°C |
| Coldest month low | 9°C | 7°C |
| Annual rainfall | 859 mm | 329 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.3 h/day | 10.3 h/day |
| Best months | January & September | March–May & August–December |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Bogotá | Santiago | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.5 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| February | 8.0 · Good | 9.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| March | 7.5 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| April | 7.4 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| May | 7.3 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| June | 7.0 · Good | 7.8 · Good | Santiago |
| July | 6.7 · Fair | 8.7 · Excellent | Santiago |
| August | 8.3 · Good | 9.3 · Excellent | Santiago |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| October | 7.9 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| November | 7.5 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Santiago |
| December | 8.2 · Good | 9.5 · Excellent | Santiago |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Bogotá or Santiago?
Santiago has the better travel weather in 12 of 12 months, versus 0 for Bogotá — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Bogotá?
The best months to visit Bogotá are January & September, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
The best months to visit Santiago are March–May & August–December, based on six years of climate data.
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