Cabo Froward National Park
National Park Remote national park at Chilean Patagonia's southern tip
Cabo Froward National Park in Chile’s Magallanes region marks the southernmost point of continental South America; its remote coastal trails, headlands and windswept ocean views attract hikers and sea-watchers.
How to Get to Cabo Froward National Park #
Access is most commonly arranged from Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales. Options include multi-day overland trips that traverse gravel roads and river crossings, or private boat charters through the fjords. Given the remote, changeable conditions, join an experienced operator and plan for contingency days.
Tips for Visiting Cabo Froward National Park #
- Plan for rough weather and limited facilities - this is remote Patagonia; expect strong wind and sudden rain.
- Bring a reliable map and GPS; cellular service can be intermittent in this region.
- If planning to hike to the cape, allocate a full day and start early from Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales with an experienced operator.
Best Time to Visit Cabo Froward National Park #
Southern summer is the best window for access and visibility; outside those months conditions become more demanding and unpredictable.
Weather & Climate near Cabo Froward National Park #
Cabo Froward National Park's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1051 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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