July weather forecastPunta Arenas, Chile

Weather in July

July in Punta Arenas marks the climax of the winter season. The vigorous winter weather sees sunlight hours slowly starting to rise again from their yearly low, heralding in the distant promise of spring. The low temperatures continue to reign, but it can offer a magical winter landscape that might just lure those in search of frosty adventure. The cold weather embraces the city in a firm winter grip, with the lowest sea temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F). Nonetheless, the icy beauty and the crystalline landscapes still bewitch the many that dare venture.

Temperature

July is the month when Punta Arenas experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 3.7°C (38.7°F) and a low of -1.1°C (30°F).

Humidity

In Punta Arenas, Chile, the average relative humidity in July is 86%.

Rainfall

In Punta Arenas, in July, during 11 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Punta Arenas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 395mm (15.55") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

July and August, with an average sea temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 5.8°C (42.4°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

In Punta Arenas, Chile, the average length of the day in July is 8h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:58 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 17:13 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Punta Arenas is 2.7h.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 0 in July leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.