Summer runs from November to February and is particularly hot and humid toward the
end of the season. Autumn and spring are pleasantly mild and sunny. Winter, from
June to August, is the low season and can be fairly cold (41-54°F/5-12°C), with bright, clear skies and
occasional rain. Summer is high season, when most residents of Santiago de Chile,
known as “santiaguinos,” leave the city. Winter is low season.
Voltage
220V AC, 50 Hz twin round pins are standard.
Time
GMT -4 hours in winter (GMT -3 hours in summer)
Money
The unit of currency in Chile is the peso ($). Upscale hotels, restaurants and shops
accept major credit cards and sometimes accept US dollars. Note that “$” always
represents the peso (the US dollar is “US$”). All major currencies can be exchanged
easily in the main tourist centers. ATMs are the most convenient place to get money.
Use a debit card for the best exchange rate.
