Weather & Climate in Saavedra, Chile
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saavedra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet.
Temperature
63°F Jan (17°C)
49°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 169.4 sq mi (438.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7870°S, 73.3971°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
579 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.2.
| Jan 2, 2011 | 42 km NNW of Carahue, Chile | M7.2 | 48 km | 24 km |
| Jul 14, 2010 | 30 km SSE of Cañete, Chile | M6.6 | 80 km | 22 km |
| May 3, 2004 | 11 km N of Cañete, Chile | M6.6 | 121 km | 21 km |
| Dec 20, 2000 | 134 km WSW of Carahue, Chile | M6.5 | 112 km | 11 km |
| May 3, 2010 | 30 km S of Cañete, Chile | M6.3 | 80 km | 19 km |
| Jun 1, 2011 | 4 km NW of Lebu, Chile | M6.3 | 137 km | 21 km |
| Jun 15, 2004 | 15 km S of Carahue, Chile | M6.1 | 22 km | 38 km |
| Apr 23, 2010 | 26 km W of Nacimiento, Chile | M6.0 | 145 km | 32 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 15 km WSW of Cañete, Chile | M6.0 | 102 km | 20 km |
| Feb 28, 2010 | 41 km SW of Cañete, Chile | M5.9 | 80 km | 18 km |
| Mar 7, 2010 | 22 km SSE of Cañete, Chile | M5.9 | 89 km | 27 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 121 km W of Carahue, Chile | M5.9 | 100 km | 33 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 15 km NW of Angol, Chile | M5.9 | 131 km | 45 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 50 km SSW of Cañete, Chile | M5.9 | 71 km | 35 km |
| Aug 5, 2010 | 6 km NE of Curanilahue, Chile | M5.9 | 150 km | 18 km |
| Sep 3, 2011 | 46 km SSW of Cañete, Chile | M5.8 | 72 km | 20 km |
| Feb 5, 2011 | 18 km E of Lebu, Chile | M5.8 | 130 km | 29 km |
| Feb 27, 2010 | 45 km SSW of Cañete, Chile | M5.8 | 73 km | 35 km |
| Jul 14, 2010 | 49 km W of Traiguén, Chile | M5.8 | 64 km | 35 km |
| Mar 13, 2010 | 13 km SW of Curanilahue, Chile | M5.8 | 138 km | 35 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.0 m (82 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 72 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 88 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 103 km |
| 1575 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | 1,321 | 114 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Villarrica (145 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 145 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 151 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 161 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 164 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 164 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 165 km |
| Mocho-Choshuenco | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,422 m (7,946 ft) | 1937 | 173 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 189 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 195 km |
| Huanquihue Group | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,189 m (7,182 ft) | 1750 | 198 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in |
Saavedra has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 49°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (1.0").