Easter Island is a small Chilean island located in the southeastern Pacific Ocean approximately 2,300 miles off the coast of Chile. The island is triangular in shape, measuring approximately 11 miles long and 3.5 miles wide. It is most famous for its 887 monumental statues, called moai, which were carved from stone and erected by the native Rapa Nui people between 1250 and 1500 CE.
The Rapa Nui people had a rich culture and language and a complex religion, which revolved around ancestor worship. The moai were believed to represent the spirits of deceased ancestors and were erected to protect and watch over the island. The Rapa Nui people also had a complex agricultural system, utilizing the island’s limited resources to grow crops such as sweet potatoes, bananas, and taro.
In 1722, Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen became the first European to visit Easter Island. He named the island “Paasch-Eyland” or Easter Island, due to his arrival on Easter Sunday. In the following centuries, the island was colonized by the Spanish, French, and British. In 1888, Chile annexed the island, and it remains under Chile’s control today.
Easter Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to the Rapa Nui National Park, which protects the island’s unique ecology and archaeological sites. The island is a popular tourist destination, and visitors can explore the moai, hike the island’s volcanic landscape, and learn about the culture and history of the Rapa Nui people.
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Easter Island in Chile has a temperate climate with mild temperatures all year round. In the summer months (December to February) temperatures average around 21°C with high humidity and occasional rainfall. In the winter months (June to August) temperatures average around 15°C, with occasional rain and strong winds. Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are usually mild and pleasant, with temperatures averaging around 19°C. The island typically experiences low levels of precipitation throughout the year, with the driest months being June, July, and August.
Our weather forecast for Easter Island helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 16th 2026 Mar. 16th 2026 | max: 25.1 °C min: 24.4 °C |
39.2 m/s 40.7 m/s |
38.0 % 24.1 m |
74.0 % 1,020 hPa |
08:19:01 20:32:40 |
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| Mar. 17th 2026 Mar. 17th 2026 | max: 24.7 °C min: 24.3 °C |
33.5 m/s 34.2 m/s |
75.9 % 24.1 m |
75.0 % 1,019 hPa |
08:19:32 20:31:34 |
|
| Mar. 18th 2026 Mar. 18th 2026 | max: 25.1 °C min: 24.4 °C |
34.2 m/s 35.6 m/s |
13.2 % 22.8 m |
75.9 % 1,020 hPa |
08:20:03 20:30:28 |
|
| Mar. 19th 2026 Mar. 19th 2026 | max: 25.1 °C min: 24.5 °C |
28.4 m/s 31.7 m/s |
1.8 % 24.1 m |
73.4 % 1,022 hPa |
08:20:34 20:29:22 |
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| Mar. 20th 2026 Mar. 20th 2026 | max: 25.1 °C min: 24.4 °C |
35.3 m/s 38.5 m/s |
12.1 % 22.4 m |
75.0 % 1,022 hPa |
08:21:05 20:28:15 |
|
| Mar. 21st 2026 Mar. 21st 2026 | max: 24.9 °C min: 24.2 °C |
32.8 m/s 35.0 m/s |
3.5 % 24.1 m |
70.6 % 1,021 hPa |
08:21:36 20:27:09 |
|
| Mar. 22nd 2026 Mar. 22nd 2026 | max: 24.7 °C min: 24 °C |
28.7 m/s 29.2 m/s |
5.5 % 24.1 m |
71.3 % 1,019 hPa |
08:22:07 20:26:03 |
|
| Mar. 23rd 2026 Mar. 23rd 2026 | max: 25.1 °C min: 24.2 °C |
20.5 m/s 21.0 m/s |
7.8 % 24.1 m |
72.1 % 1,018 hPa |
08:22:37 20:24:56 |
|
| Mar. 24th 2026 Mar. 24th 2026 | max: 25.5 °C min: 24.7 °C |
22.3 m/s 26.3 m/s |
3.8 % 24.1 m |
75.7 % 1,020 hPa |
08:23:08 20:23:50 |
|
| Mar. 25th 2026 Mar. 25th 2026 | max: 25.2 °C min: 24.8 °C |
24.1 m/s 24.8 m/s |
4.3 % 24.1 m |
78.2 % 1,024 hPa |
08:23:38 20:22:43 |
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| Mar. 26th 2026 Mar. 26th 2026 | max: 24.8 °C min: 24.4 °C |
24.5 m/s 26.3 m/s |
7.8 % 24.1 m |
74.8 % 1,024 hPa |
08:24:08 20:21:37 |
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| Mar. 27th 2026 Mar. 27th 2026 | max: 24.8 °C min: 24 °C |
21.2 m/s 22.3 m/s |
54.0 % 24.1 m |
66.5 % 1,020 hPa |
08:24:38 20:20:31 |
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| Mar. 28th 2026 Mar. 28th 2026 | max: 24.1 °C min: 22.3 °C |
26.3 m/s 24.6 m/s |
26.3 % 22.7 m |
72.0 % 1,017 hPa |
08:25:08 20:19:25 |
Would you like to travel to Easter Island on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Easter Island.
| Date | Ship | Passaengers (min - max) | Arrival | Departure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar. 23rd 2026 Monday, 23rd of Mar. 2026 | Silver Whisper | 388 - 466 | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Mar. 24th 2026 Tuesday, 24th of Mar. 2026 | Silver Whisper | 388 - 466 | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
| Apr. 10th 2026 Friday, 10th of Apr. 2026 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Apr. 11th 2026 Saturday, 11th of Apr. 2026 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Aug. 15th 2026 Saturday, 15th of Aug. 2026 | Crown Princess | 3062 - 3674 | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Oct. 26th 2026 Monday, 26th of Oct. 2026 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Oct. 26th 2026 Monday, 26th of Oct. 2026 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Oct. 27th 2026 Tuesday, 27th of Oct. 2026 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Oct. 27th 2026 Tuesday, 27th of Oct. 2026 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 12:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Dec. 2nd 2026 Wednesday, 2nd of Dec. 2026 | Costa Serena | 3014 - 3617 | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Dec. 6th 2026 Sunday, 6th of Dec. 2026 | AIDAsol | 2194 - 2686 | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jan. 20th 2027 Wednesday, 20th of Jan. 2027 | MS Volendam | 1432 - 1718 | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jan. 27th 2027 Wednesday, 27th of Jan. 2027 | Seabourn Quest | 450 - 540 | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jan. 28th 2027 Thursday, 28th of Jan. 2027 | Crystal Serenity | 740 | 12:00 pm | 12:00 am | |
| Jan. 28th 2027 Thursday, 28th of Jan. 2027 | Seabourn Quest | 450 - 540 | 12:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jan. 29th 2027 Friday, 29th of Jan. 2027 | Crystal Serenity | 740 | 12:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Feb. 23rd 2027 Tuesday, 23rd of Feb. 2027 | MS Amadea | 508 - 624 | 09:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Feb. 24th 2027 Wednesday, 24th of Feb. 2027 | MS Amadea | 508 - 624 | 12:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| Mar. 17th 2027 Wednesday, 17th of Mar. 2027 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 08:30 am | 12:00 am | |
| Mar. 18th 2027 Thursday, 18th of Mar. 2027 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 12:00 am | 05:30 pm | |
| Apr. 7th 2027 Wednesday, 7th of Apr. 2027 | MS Amera | 835 | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| Apr. 15th 2027 Thursday, 15th of Apr. 2027 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Apr. 16th 2027 Friday, 16th of Apr. 2027 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Oct. 9th 2027 Saturday, 9th of Oct. 2027 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 07:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Oct. 10th 2027 Sunday, 10th of Oct. 2027 | Seabourn Pursuit | 264 - 317 | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Nov. 7th 2027 Sunday, 7th of Nov. 2027 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Nov. 8th 2027 Monday, 8th of Nov. 2027 | Silver Cloud | 252 - 302 | 12:00 am | 04:30 pm | |
| Jan. 25th 2028 Tuesday, 25th of Jan. 2028 | Azamara Onward | 672 - 804 | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jan. 26th 2028 Wednesday, 26th of Jan. 2028 | Azamara Onward | 672 - 804 | 12:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
| Jan. 27th 2028 Thursday, 27th of Jan. 2028 | Seabourn Quest | 450 - 540 | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jan. 28th 2028 Friday, 28th of Jan. 2028 | Seabourn Quest | 450 - 540 | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Feb. 3rd 2028 Thursday, 3rd of Feb. 2028 | Crystal Symphony | 606 | 12:00 pm | 12:00 am | |
| Feb. 4th 2028 Friday, 4th of Feb. 2028 | Crystal Symphony | 606 | 12:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Mar. 28th 2029 Wednesday, 28th of Mar. 2029 | EXPLORA I | 922 - 1473 | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm |
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