What season is it in Santiago Chile right now?
Santiago is good all year round but at its best in the summer when less busy. As a general rule however, the seasons run as follows: Summer (December to February), Autumn (March to May), Winter (June to August) and Spring (September to November).
What should I know before traveling to Chile?
7 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING CHILE
- Chile is long– REALLY long.
- You don’t need a visa to travel to Chile.
- Chilean Spanish is not the Spanish you learned in school.
- Chile’s weather completely changes in different regions.
- Meals are much later than you’re used to.
- Earthquakes are extremely common.
Does Santiago Chile have snow?
Although rare, snow is not unheard of in Santiago. Last year, the city was hit by the worst snowstorm in almost 50 years. Most of the city was covered by only 5cm of snow, but some parts of the region were left floundering under a thick blanket 40cm deep.
Does Chile get snow?
In Chile, you may see snow from June to September, the Southern Hemisphere’s winter. The natural border between Argentinian and Chilean Patagonia is the Andes Mountain Range and this is where the big snowy season can be enjoyed.
Is Chile a 3rd world country?
The Republic of Chile (officially) by this metrics ranks 42nd out of 189 countries and would thus be considered a FIRST WORLD nation by their HDI ranking. Blue – “First World” – Yellow – “Second World” & Red – “Third World” based upon countries HDI score.
Is English widely spoken in Chile?
English is not commonly spoken in Chile either in the tourist areas or larger cities. 10.2% of the population speak it, which amounts to 1,867,408 Chileans having some level of English language skill. This means that only 1 in 10 speak English and these are usually in more affluent areas.
What is considered rude in Chile?
Point or beckon with your hand or even just your finger. It is considered very rude. Hit your left palm with your right fist. This is an offensive gesture in Chile.