Manuel Rodríguez Island
Island Subantarctic Chilean island in Magallanes, rugged coastline
One of Chile’s southern islands in the Magallanes region, reached by boat for fjord scenery, seabird colonies and the remote coastal landscapes of Patagonia.
How to Get to Manuel Rodríguez Island #
Access is by private boat or charter from ports in the Magallanes region (Punta Arenas and nearby harbours). There are no scheduled passenger services; travel should be arranged with experienced local skippers familiar with the region’s channels.
Tips for Visiting Manuel Rodríguez Island #
- Boat comfortable for long, cold days is advisable-waters can be icy and weather changes fast.
- Rely on local pilots for channels and coves; the Patagonian archipelago is complex and many small inlets are poorly charted.
- Dress in layers; wind‑proof outerwear is essential even in summer.
Best Time to Visit Manuel Rodríguez Island #
December-February offers the best window for expeditions; outside the summer the weather and sea conditions make access impractical.
Weather & Climate near Manuel Rodríguez Island #
Manuel Rodríguez 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 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2602 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (233 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (238 mm) 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 (242 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Heavy rain (223 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (202 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (216 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (235 mm) and breezy conditions.
