Nevado El FraileNevado El Fraile at a Glance
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When to Go
Best Time to Visit Nevado El Fraile
High Andean peaks are best attempted in stable weather windows; consult local authorities and experienced guides for specific seasonal advice.
Austro-Spring to Autumn
October-April (Southern Hemisphere spring-autumn) · -10-10°C at high altitudes
Climbing season depends on snow and glacier conditions; always consult local guides.
Weather & Climate near Nevado El Fraile
Climate
Nevado El Fraile's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with freezing summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -14°C to 5°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 84
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
5°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 5° | -7° | 21 mm | - | - | 7.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -7° - 5° | -8° | 31 mm | - | - | 7.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -8° - 4° | -8° | 20 mm | - | - | 7.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -10° - 3° | -11° | 3 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -12° - 1° | -14° | 8 mm | - | - | 8.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -14° - -1° | -17° | 9 mm | - | - | 9.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -14° - -1° | -17° | 13 mm | - | - | 9.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -14° - 0° | -16° | 8 mm | - | - | 8.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -13° - 1° | -14° | 7 mm | - | - | 8.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -12° - 3° | -12° | 7 mm | - | - | 7.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -9° - 4° | -10° | 10 mm | - | - | 7.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -8° - 5° | -8° | 14 mm | - | - | 8.1 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Nevado El Fraile
Access requires travel on regional roads in the Atacama Region and typically a staged approach from the nearest Andean base towns. Use experienced local guides and Four‑wheel drive vehicles for approach routes.
Tips for Visiting Nevado El Fraile
- High‑altitude conditions prevail - acclimatize before attempting any serious climbs and hire local mountain guides.
- Weather changes rapidly; early starts are common for mountain expeditions to avoid afternoon storms.