Yulton Lake
Lake Patagonian lake framed by mountains and forests
Yulton Lake in Chile’s Aysén Region lies in remote Patagonia; anglers, kayakers and trekkers visit for quiet mountain scenery, forested shores and access to backcountry routes.
How to Get to Yulton Lake #
Reaching Yulton Lake requires travel into Aysén Region’s rural road network. Use Coyhaique as the main regional hub and then proceed by car or 4x4 along regional roads toward inland valleys; expect long distances on gravel. Local estancias and guiding services in Aysén can arrange last-mile transport and advise on river crossings and trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Yulton Lake #
- Travel with a 4x4; roads in Aysén can be rough and river crossings may be unbridged.
- Bring layers and waterproof clothing - weather can change rapidly in southern Chile.
- Respect private ranch lands; much of the region is working estancia territory and access can be subject to permission.
Best Time to Visit Yulton Lake #
Summer months offer the most reliable access to Yulton Lake and surrounding trails; shoulder seasons can be rewarding for solitude but bring colder, wetter conditions.
Weather & Climate near Yulton Lake #
Yulton Lake's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 15°C. Heavy rainfall (2178 mm/year), wettest in May.
January
January is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (203 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (264 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (248 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (244 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (213 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).
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