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Puerto del Hambre

Archaeological Site

On Chile's southern coastline, Puerto del Hambre (Port Famine) is a remote historic site associated with failed 16th-17th-century settlements; historians and expedition visitors come for ruins and stark shoreline scenery.

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Puerto del Hambre essentials

Address: Puerto del Hambre (Port Famine), Brunswick Peninsula area, Region of Magallanes, Chile
Hours: Open year-round (outdoor site)
Admission: Free (historical site; access may be via park or coastal trail)
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Puerto del Hambre

The austral summer (December-February) gives the gentlest weather and easiest access; expect cold winds year-round.

Summer (austral)
Dec-Feb · 0-10°C
Milder temperatures and the best window for visiting Patagonia's southern sites; long daylight for exploration.
Shoulder seasons
Oct-Nov; Mar-Apr · -2-8°C
Fewer visitors but higher likelihood of stormy weather and rough seas.

Weather & Climate near Puerto del Hambre

Climate

Puerto del Hambre's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (767 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 48 Good
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 6° - 14° 7° 62 mm overcast 77% 8.1 m/s 1.6 very high 16.1h
February Acceptable 6° - 13° 6° 60 mm overcast 79% 8.0 m/s 1.2 high 14.4h
March Poor 5° - 12° 4° 77 mm overcast 82% 7.7 m/s 0.6 moderate 12.3h
April Acceptable 3° - 9° 2° 76 mm overcast 85% 7.1 m/s 0.2 low 10.2h
May Poor 1° - 7° -1° 77 mm overcast 88% 6.2 m/s 0.1 low 8.3h
June Poor 0° - 5° -3° 66 mm overcast 89% 6.2 m/s 0.0 low 7.3h
July Poor 0° - 5° -3° 60 mm overcast 88% 6.3 m/s 0.0 low 7.8h
August Poor 0° - 5° -2° 58 mm overcast 86% 6.5 m/s 0.1 low 9.4h
September Poor 1° - 7° -1° 57 mm overcast 84% 7.0 m/s 0.4 low 11.5h
October Acceptable 3° - 10° 2° 53 mm overcast 80% 8.0 m/s 0.9 moderate 13.6h
November Acceptable 4° - 11° 3° 56 mm overcast 78% 8.5 m/s 1.4 high 15.6h
December Acceptable 6° - 13° 5° 65 mm overcast 77% 8.3 m/s 1.7 very high 16.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Puerto del Hambre

Puerto del Hambre lies on the northern shores of the Strait of Magellan, within the Magallanes region. The nearest major centre is Punta Arenas; from there, reaching the site requires a long drive and local directions - many visitors visit as part of organized historical or coastal tours. Check with regional tourism offices in Punta Arenas for recommended routes and permissions.

Tips for Visiting Puerto del Hambre

  • Weather here is extreme and changeable - bring warm, windproof layers even in summer.
  • There are few facilities; plan supplies from Punta Arenas or local settlements before setting out.
  • Read accounts of the 1584-1587 expedition beforehand - the site's name is a blunt historical footnote about colonial failure and survival.