Jorge Montt Island
Island Remote Patagonian island in Magallanes region
In Chile’s Magallanes fjordlands, Jorge Montt Island lies amid channels and is visited from expedition boats for wildlife viewing, remote coastline photography and access to Patagonian marine environments.
How to Get to Jorge Montt Island #
Accessible only by sea-usually as part of an expedition cruise or private charter from ports in southern Chile such as Punta Arenas. Sea conditions and schedules determine access.
Tips for Visiting Jorge Montt Island #
- If visiting by cruise or charter, book well in advance-the island is in a remote stretch of the Magallanes region.
- Bring layered cold-weather gear and seasickness protection-the Drake Passage and local waters can be rough.
- Respect local conservation rules and wildlife-this part of Chilean Patagonia is ecologically sensitive.
Best Time to Visit Jorge Montt Island #
Austral summer (Dec-Feb) for best access and milder conditions.
Weather & Climate near Jorge Montt Island #
Jorge Montt Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -1°C to 11°C. Heavy rainfall (3494 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (327 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (313 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (346 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (301 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (248 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (200 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (283 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (269 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (235 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (307 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (326 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (339 mm) and windy conditions.
