Guafo Island
Island Remote Chilean island in Los Lagos archipelago
A remote island off Chile’s southern coast that expedition cruises and wildlife trips visit for seabirds, marine mammals and rugged shoreline scenery. Facilities are minimal; visits are typically day excursions from larger islands.
How to Get to Guafo Island #
Access is by private expedition vessel from ports in southern Chile (often from Chiloé or the mainland near Puerto Montt), with journeys that can take many hours to days depending on conditions. Permits and coordination with local authorities and conservation agencies are typically required.
Tips for Visiting Guafo Island #
- Guafo Island is extremely remote-visit only with an experienced expedition operator and permission from Chilean authorities.
- Bring binoculars: the island is famous for seabird colonies and marine wildlife including whales and sea lions.
Best Time to Visit Guafo Island #
Southern summer is the prime season for expedition visits; weather can still be rough and access is never guaranteed.
Weather & Climate near Guafo Island #
Guafo Island's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1606 mm/year), wettest in May.
January
January is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (195 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
