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Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas is a major port city located in the southernmost region of Chile. It is the capital of the Magallanes Region, and is located on the Strait of Magellan, a major waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The city has a population of over 130,000 people and is a major hub for transportation and commerce in the region.

Punta Arenas is located on the southern tip of the continent, and is known for its extreme weather, with temperatures ranging from below freezing in the winter months to over 30°C in the summer. The city is surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and the Strait of Magellan, which makes it a popular tourist destination.

The city has a rich history, as it was founded in 1848 by Chilean settlers who were looking for a new way to access the Pacific Ocean. The city grew rapidly and became an important trading post and port for the region. During the 19th century, Punta Arenas was a major destination for whalers, and later for the Chilean navy.

In the 20th century, Punta Arenas became a major hub for Antarctic exploration. In the 1950s, the Chilean government built a military base in the city, and it remains an important base for the Chilean navy.

Today, Punta Arenas is a major center for tourism and commerce in the region, and is known for its unique culture and history. The city is home to a number of museums, galleries, and monuments, and is a popular destination for travelers looking to explore the region.

Excursion tips for a day in Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas, Chile is a great place for a day trip for tourists. There are plenty of activities to do and explore in this beautiful city. Here are some of the activities you can do in Punta Arenas on a day:

1. Visit the Museo Naval y Marítimo de Magallanes – This museum is dedicated to the maritime history of the region and features a collection of artifacts and displays on the region’s naval and maritime heritage.

2. Take a tour of the city – Take a guided tour of the city and learn more about its history, culture, and attractions.

3. Visit the Plaza de Armas – This is the main square of the city and it houses some of the most important buildings of Punta Arenas, including the Catedral de Punta Arenas.

4. Take a boat tour – Explore the harbor and the Strait of Magellan from the water on a boat tour.

5. Visit the Palacio Sara Braun – This is a beautiful 19th-century mansion that houses the Museo Regional Magallanes.

6. Explore the Fuerte Bulnes – This is a fort built by the Spanish in the early 19th century and is a great place to learn more about the region’s history.

7. Visit the Parque Nacional Alberto de Agostini – This is a national park in the region and is a great place to explore the local wildlife and nature.

8. Take a trip to the Isla Magdalena – This is an island located off the coast of Punta Arenas and is home to a large colony of Magellanic penguins.

9. Visit the Monumento Natural Los Pingüinos – This is a protected area that is home to many species of birds and is a great place for birdwatching.

10. Go shopping – There are plenty of shops and markets in Punta Arenas where you can buy souvenirs and local products.

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The climate in Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas in Chile experiences a cool, temperate climate all year round. The summer season, from December to February, is mild and humid with temperatures ranging from 8 to 17 degrees Celsius. Spring, from September to November, is cool and windy with temperatures ranging from 5 to 12 degrees Celsius. Autumn, from March to May, is cool and dry with temperatures ranging from 5 to 14 degrees Celsius. Winter, from June to August, is cold and dry with temperatures ranging from 0 to 8 degrees Celsius. Overall, Punta Arenas has a mild, temperate climate throughout all four seasons with temperatures rarely dropping below 0 degrees Celsius.

Cruise weather for Punta Arenas

Our weather forecast for Punta Arenas 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
Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 max: 11.5 °C
min: 3.9 °C
20.2 m/s
38.2 m/s
88.8 %
24.1 m
57.0 %
1,011 hPa
05:12:11
22:00:12
Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 max: 11.7 °C
min: 3.2 °C
27.0 m/s
38.5 m/s
95.6 %
24.1 m
60.4 %
1,008 hPa
05:11:53
22:01:22
Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 max: 12.2 °C
min: 2.4 °C
12.6 m/s
17.3 m/s
83.9 %
24.1 m
56.3 %
1,012 hPa
05:11:38
22:02:29
Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 max: 12.6 °C
min: 3.3 °C
28.1 m/s
64.1 m/s
91.5 %
24.1 m
65.3 %
1,011 hPa
05:11:27
22:03:33
Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 max: 14.3 °C
min: 7.2 °C
28.4 m/s
64.8 m/s
79.7 %
24.1 m
68.6 %
1,007 hPa
05:11:20
22:04:34
Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 max: 15.3 °C
min: 6.1 °C
14.8 m/s
40.0 m/s
56.0 %
24.1 m
59.5 %
1,017 hPa
05:11:17
22:05:31
Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 max: 18.9 °C
min: 5.5 °C
8.6 m/s
10.8 m/s
78.6 %
24.1 m
56.2 %
1,017 hPa
05:11:17
22:06:26
Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 max: 20.1 °C
min: 6.7 °C
12.6 m/s
22.7 m/s
73.4 %
24.1 m
58.2 %
1,009 hPa
05:11:22
22:07:16
Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 max: 14.2 °C
min: 6.7 °C
23.8 m/s
31.6 m/s
62.6 %
24.1 m
61.8 %
1,011 hPa
05:11:30
22:08:04
Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 max: 12.9 °C
min: 5.6 °C
27.0 m/s
47.2 m/s
70.1 %
24.1 m
62.6 %
1,017 hPa
05:11:42
22:08:48
Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 max: 15.7 °C
min: 6.1 °C
14.8 m/s
38.9 m/s
83.9 %
24.1 m
60.5 %
1,015 hPa
05:11:59
22:09:28
Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 max: 18.4 °C
min: 8 °C
19.8 m/s
29.9 m/s
92.8 %
24.1 m
58.5 %
1,011 hPa
05:12:19
22:10:04

Cruises to Punta Arenas

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Scheduled ship calls in Punta Arenas, Chile
Date Ship Arrival Departure Details
Dec. 23rd 2024 Monday, 23rd of Dec. 2024 Sapphire Princess 07:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 24th 2024 Tuesday, 24th of Dec. 2024 Majestic Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Dec. 27th 2024 Friday, 27th of Dec. 2024 Norwegian Star 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Dec. 31st 2024 Tuesday, 31st of Dec. 2024 MS Oosterdam 10:00 am 10:00 pm
Jan. 2nd 2025 Thursday, 2nd of Jan. 2025 MS Marina 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 9th 2025 Thursday, 9th of Jan. 2025 Sapphire Princess 07:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 10th 2025 Friday, 10th of Jan. 2025 Norwegian Star 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 12th 2025 Sunday, 12th of Jan. 2025 Costa Deliziosa 08:00 am 07:00 pm DetailsPartnerlink
Jan. 12th 2025 Sunday, 12th of Jan. 2025 MS Oosterdam 06:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 24th 2025 Friday, 24th of Jan. 2025 Norwegian Star 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 26th 2025 Sunday, 26th of Jan. 2025 Sapphire Princess 07:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 31st 2025 Friday, 31st of Jan. 2025 MS Artania 12:00 pm 07:00 pm
Jan. 31st 2025 Friday, 31st of Jan. 2025 Vasco da Gama 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 6th 2025 Thursday, 6th of Feb. 2025 Seven Seas Splendor 12:00 pm 08:00 pm
Feb. 7th 2025 Friday, 7th of Feb. 2025 Norwegian Star 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Feb. 9th 2025 Sunday, 9th of Feb. 2025 Azamara Journey 07:00 am 12:00 am
Feb. 10th 2025 Monday, 10th of Feb. 2025 Azamara Journey 12:00 am 08:00 am
Feb. 10th 2025 Monday, 10th of Feb. 2025 Seven Seas Mariner 11:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 13th 2025 Thursday, 13th of Feb. 2025 MS Oosterdam 10:00 am 10:00 pm
Feb. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Feb. 2025 Sapphire Princess 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Feb. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Feb. 2025 Queen Victoria 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Feb. 2025 Seven Seas Splendor 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Feb. 21st 2025 Friday, 21st of Feb. 2025 Norwegian Star 08:00 am 04:00 pm
Feb. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Feb. 2025 MS Marina 12:00 pm 12:00 am
Feb. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Feb. 2025 MS Oosterdam 06:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 MS Marina 12:00 am 07:00 pm
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 MS Volendam 06:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 Sapphire Princess 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Feb. 28th 2025 Friday, 28th of Feb. 2025 MS Amera 01:00 pm 07:00 pm
Mar. 8th 2025 Saturday, 8th of Mar. 2025 Seabourn Pursuit 07:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 13th 2025 Thursday, 13th of Mar. 2025 MS Marina 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Mar. 14th 2025 Friday, 14th of Mar. 2025 MS Oosterdam 08:00 am 05:00 pm
Mar. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Mar. 2025 Sapphire Princess 08:00 am 08:00 pm
Dec. 10th 2025 Wednesday, 10th of Dec. 2025 MS Oosterdam 06:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 12th 2025 Friday, 12th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Star 10:00 am 06:00 pm
Dec. 15th 2025 Monday, 15th of Dec. 2025 Celebrity Equinox 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Dec. 17th 2025 Wednesday, 17th of Dec. 2025 HANSEATIC inspiration 12:00 am 12:00 am
Dec. 26th 2025 Friday, 26th of Dec. 2025 Norwegian Star 10:30 am 06:30 pm
Dec. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Dec. 2025 Celebrity Equinox 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Dec. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Dec. 2025 MS Marina 07:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 2nd 2026 Friday, 2nd of Jan. 2026 Seven Seas Splendor 04:00 pm 12:00 am
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 MS Oosterdam 10:00 am 10:00 pm
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 Seven Seas Splendor 12:00 am 04:00 pm
Jan. 9th 2026 Friday, 9th of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Star 10:30 am 06:30 pm
Jan. 15th 2026 Thursday, 15th of Jan. 2026 MS Oosterdam 06:00 am 06:00 pm
Jan. 23rd 2026 Friday, 23rd of Jan. 2026 Norwegian Star 10:30 am 06:30 pm
Jan. 25th 2026 Sunday, 25th of Jan. 2026 Seven Seas Splendor 11:00 am 08:00 pm
Jan. 25th 2026 Sunday, 25th of Jan. 2026 Silver Whisper 07:00 am 07:00 pm
Feb. 4th 2026 Wednesday, 4th of Feb. 2026 P&O Aurora 08:00 am 06:00 pm
Feb. 5th 2026 Thursday, 5th of Feb. 2026 MS Volendam 10:00 am 08:00 pm

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