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When to go to Aysen

Aysen puts on many different faces throughout the year. While it doesn't have a traditional busy high season like other Patagonia destinations, each season offers visitors a different experience, until the snows start to arrive and tourism shuts down for the winter.

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

When to visit Aysen: key information

Spring brings blooming wildflowers and the reopening of roads and accommodation for the new season
Summer has up to 16 hours of daylight and the warmest temperatures (along with the strongest winds) and the best time for hikers
Autumn is perfect for photography and views, with intense colours on the trees, but early snows can sometimes affect hiking trails
Winter sees Aysen completely shut down for the season, as it waits for the snows to spass and spring to arrive

When to go to Aysen

Spring in Aysen

Aysen's first blossom and green shoots of spring are set against a backdrop of mountain peaks still covered with thick snow
Hiking trails reopen after the winter, but lingering snow in high places can make access to some remote spots an adventure
Accommodation reopens after the closed season, ready to welcome new guests, while access returns along the more distant sections of the Carretera Austral

Weather: Temperature settling between 47-68F (8–20C). Northern Aysen can be quite rainy at this time and there's the chance of snow in the mountains.

Daylight: With 12-14 hours of daylight there's plenty of opportunity for long days exploring.

Advantages: The start of the season is the quietest time to visit Aysen, as accommodation opens fresh for visitors

Things to consider: Athough it's spring it can still get very cold at times, especially with the windchill, so ensure you bring plenty of layers.

Aysen in spring

Summer in Aysen

The best time of year for fine weather, with warm summer sunshine and fresh Patagonian winds
Long summer days give the advantage of hiking long into the evening
This is the high season but in Aysen that's a relative term, so booking accommodation isn't usually a problem

Weather: With temperatures up to 79F (28C) it can feel hot during the day, especially when hiking, but summer winds can still carry a sharp edge
Daylight: Aysens's longest day is in December, with 16 hours of daylight.
Advantages: Take your time on the trails and enjoy daylight long into the evening. Warm temperatures mean more comfortable hiking even in the strong winds.
Things to consider: The relatively new tourist scene in Aysen is a world away from busy destinations like Torres del Paine, so you'll still often feel like you have the place to yourself

Aysen in summer

Autumn in Aysen

Autumn brings truly spectacular colours of the leaves, making this a wonderful season for photographers
Long sunrises and sunsets paint the sky pink and orange
There is mostly fine weather with some rain, but be prepared for the chance of snow as the days shortening and temperatures start to cool

Weather: Temperatures settle between 47-68F (8-20C), but conditions can sometimes be unpredictable. Be prepared for frosty mornings and even snow as the season progresses.

Daylight: With around hours of daylight, the days definitely feel shorter, but the long colourful sunsets are a one of Aysen's great joys

Advantages: Hiking among the Fall colours is a real Aysen highlight

Things to consider: Towards the end of the season, accommodation starts to close to get ready for winter and early snow can shut some hiking trails.

Aysen in autumn

Winter in Aysen

This is Aysen's closed season for visitors
Hiking trails and many accommodation options close until spring
Remote parts of the Carretera Austral become harder to access, especially public transport

Weather: Temperatures frequently drop below freezing, reaching a maximum of 55F (13C). They can be heavy snowfall in many places.

Daylight: At the height of winter, expect just nine hours of daylight.

Advantages: The time to plan your Aysen trip for a more welcoming time of year.

Things to consider: For hiking in this season, consider heading south to experience Torres del Paine in winter snow, where the W Trek remains open but the park is almost empty of visitors

Aysen in winter

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