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Linares weather today
Current temperature, hourly and 7-day forecast, rain, wind, UV index and air quality in Linares, Maule Region, Chile. Current conditions update every time you open the page.
Weather in Linares right now
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Hourly forecast for Linares
Next 24 hours: temperature and chance of rain hour by hour.
7-day forecast for Linares
Highs and lows, rain, wind, UV index and sunrise and sunset for the coming week.
Today
Oct 9
18°/8°
Light showers
Rain 61% · 4.7 mm12 km/h NE (gusts 26)Max UV 7.2 07:11 19:56Tomorrow
Oct 10
18°/7°
Cloudy
Rain 2%14 km/h SW (gusts 27)Max UV 5.3 07:09 19:57Sunday
Oct 11
20°/9°
Cloudy
Rain 23%14 km/h NW (gusts 27)Max UV 7.3 07:08 19:58Monday
Oct 12
18°/8°
Light showers
Rain 85% · 9.2 mm18 km/h NE (gusts 35)Max UV 7.5 07:07 19:59Tuesday
Oct 13
18°/7°
Drizzle
Rain 94% · 6.6 mm14 km/h NE (gusts 32)Max UV 6.9 07:05 20:00Wednesday
Oct 14
19°/6°
Thunderstorm
Rain 69% · 5.1 mm10 km/h NE (gusts 35)Max UV 7.5 07:04 20:01Thursday
Oct 15
19°/7°
Light drizzle
Rain 10% · 1.2 mm5 km/h NW (gusts 21)Max UV 7.6 07:03 20:02
Air quality in Linares
Fine (PM2.5) and coarse (PM10) particulate matter estimated by the European Copernicus service (CAMS). In winter, smoke from wood-burning heaters often worsens the air on cold, windless nights.
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Modelled reference values. For official pollution episodes check Chile's Ministry of the Environment.
Linares climate month by month
Linares has a Mediterranean climate: dry, hot summers and cold, rainy winters. About 976 mm of rain falls each year, more than half of it between June and August. Averages 2015–2024.
| Month | Avg. high | Avg. low | Rain | Rainy days | Frosts | Days ≥ 30 °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.2° | 14.4° | 15 mm | 1.1 | 0 | 18 |
| February | 29.9° | 14.4° | 6 mm | 1.1 | 0 | 14.8 |
| March | 27.1° | 12.2° | 9 mm | 1 | 0 | 5.5 |
| April | 21.1° | 9.2° | 80 mm | 5.8 | 0 | 0.1 |
| May | 15.6° | 6.5° | 113 mm | 8.5 | 1 | 0 |
| June | 13.1° | 4.8° | 209 mm | 11.5 | 2.9 | 0 |
| July | 12.6° | 3.5° | 165 mm | 10.5 | 4.7 | 0 |
| August | 14.2° | 4.6° | 174 mm | 10.4 | 2.1 | 0 |
| September | 16.8° | 5.8° | 109 mm | 7.8 | 0.3 | 0 |
| October | 19.9° | 7.5° | 58 mm | 6.4 | 0 | 0 |
| November | 24.5° | 10.3° | 30 mm | 3.4 | 0 | 1.9 |
| December | 28.4° | 12.7° | 8 mm | 1.4 | 0 | 10.6 |
Source: 2015–2024 averages calculated from the ERA5 reanalysis (Copernicus) via Open-Meteo for central Linares. These are modelled values, not from a weather station.
Weather tips for Linares
Summer heat
In January and February the average high reaches 30 °C, with around 15 to 18 days a month above 30 °C. Avoid the sun between 12:00 and 17:00, wear sunscreen (the UV index is often very high) and drink water regularly.
Winter frosts
Between June and August there are several nights below 0 °C, especially in July. Protect crops and plants, check exposed water pipes and drive carefully early in the morning.
Rainy season
Most rain falls from May to September. Clear gutters before winter, keep emergency numbers at hand and check the forecast before heading to the foothills.
Winter air
Cold, windless nights worsen air quality because of wood smoke. Burn dry firewood, never burn rubbish and air your home during the sunniest hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Linares
Will it rain today in Linares?
Yes, it's likely. For today, Friday, October 9, the forecast gives a 61% chance of rain, with about 4.7 mm in Linares.
What's the temperature today in Linares?
For today, Friday, October 9, Linares can expect a high of 18 °C and a low of 8 °C (light showers). The current temperature is shown at the top of this page.
What is the rainiest month in Linares?
June: on average about 209 mm falls over 11 to 12 rainy days. July and August follow with around 165 and 174 mm. Summer is very dry: February averages only 6 mm.
When is it hottest in Linares?
In January and February, with average highs of 30 °C. January has about 18 days above 30 °C on average, and heatwaves can push temperatures up to 40 °C.
Does Linares get frost?
Yes, in winter. July has the most frosts (about 5 nights below 0 °C on average), followed by June and August. July's average low is 3.5 °C.
Where does the weather data come from?
The forecast and current conditions come from Open-Meteo, which combines national and international weather models, and air quality from the Copernicus service (CAMS). For official warnings check Chile's Meteorological Office (Dirección Meteorológica de Chile).
Data: Open-Meteo · Copernicus CAMS / ERA5Chile's Meteorological Office