Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park

Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park

Spring through autumn (Sept-May) are the most practical months for hiking and access; winter can bring muddy trails and closures.

Spring

September-November · 8-20°C (46-68°F)

Wildflowers and new growth; trails are cooling after winter rains.

Summer

December-February · 15-28°C (59-82°F)

Warm and dry-best for higher-elevation exploration but bring sun protection.

Autumn

March-May · 10-22°C (50-72°F)

Leaf color changes and fewer visitors; evenings cool quickly.

Weather & Climate near Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park

Climate

Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (675 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 55 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryFebruaryMarch

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

40°

Warmest Month

-2°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Ideal	14° - 27°	21°	2 mm	clear	50%	2.7 m/s	3.1 extreme	14.0h
February	Ideal	13° - 26°	19°	5 mm	clear	52%	2.4 m/s	2.7 extreme	13.2h
March	Ideal	11° - 24°	17°	4 mm	clear	53%	2.2 m/s	1.9 very high	12.2h
April	Very Good	8° - 20°	14°	32 mm	mostly sunny	57%	1.9 m/s	1.1 high	11.1h
May	Good	6° - 15°	11°	111 mm	partly cloudy	65%	1.9 m/s	0.5 moderate	10.2h
June	Poor	4° - 12°	7°	160 mm	partly cloudy	70%	1.9 m/s	0.4 low	9.7h
July	Poor	4° - 13°	7°	170 mm	partly cloudy	73%	1.9 m/s	0.4 low	10.0h
August	Acceptable	4° - 14°	8°	77 mm	partly cloudy	74%	2.0 m/s	0.6 moderate	10.7h
September	Very Good	6° - 16°	11°	47 mm	partly cloudy	72%	2.3 m/s	1.1 high	11.7h
October	Very Good	8° - 19°	14°	36 mm	some cloud	66%	2.4 m/s	1.7 very high	12.8h
November	Excellent	10° - 23°	16°	22 mm	mostly sunny	56%	2.6 m/s	2.4 extreme	13.8h
December	Ideal	12° - 25°	19°	9 mm	mostly sunny	51%	2.7 m/s	3.0 extreme	14.3h

Getting There & Around

How to Get to Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park

The park is roughly 100 km south of Santiago and about 35-50 km from the provincial capital, Rancagua. By car, take Route 5 south from Santiago toward Rancagua, then local roads toward the town of Las Cabras and follow signage to Cocalán; gravel roads lead into the park. Public transit options are limited-most visitors drive or join guided tours from nearby towns.

Tips for Visiting Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park

Hire a local guide experienced in native flora-the park is small and trails are not always well-marked.
Bring a good map and GPS; cell coverage can be unreliable within the park.
Check with the local CONAF office in Rancagua for current access restrictions and trail conditions.

Las Palmas de Cocalán National Park