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Talca weather today
Current temperature, hourly and 7-day forecast, rain, wind, UV index and air quality in Talca, Maule Region, Chile. Current conditions update every time you open the page.
Weather in Talca right now
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Hourly forecast for Talca
Next 24 hours: temperature and chance of rain hour by hour.
7-day forecast for Talca
Highs and lows, rain, wind, UV index and sunrise and sunset for the coming week.
Today
Oct 9
19°/8°
Light drizzle
Rain 48% · 0.2 mm7 km/h N (gusts 19)Max UV 7.3 07:11 19:56Tomorrow
Oct 10
17°/9°
Cloudy
Rain 4%7 km/h SW (gusts 19)Max UV 4.4 07:10 19:57Sunday
Oct 11
21°/9°
Light drizzle
Rain 11% · 0.2 mm12 km/h NW (gusts 28)Max UV 7.2 07:09 19:58Monday
Oct 12
18°/7°
Heavy drizzle
Rain 69% · 2.5 mm15 km/h N (gusts 33)Max UV 7.2 07:07 19:59Tuesday
Oct 13
16°/8°
Light showers
Rain 86% · 11.2 mm10 km/h NE (gusts 28)Max UV 7.2 07:06 20:00Wednesday
Oct 14
19°/8°
Light drizzle
Rain 59% · 0.6 mm7 km/h NE (gusts 28)Max UV 7.5 07:05 20:00Thursday
Oct 15
19°/8°
Light drizzle
Rain 16% · 0.6 mm4 km/h NW (gusts 40)Max UV 7.6 07:03 20:01
Air quality in Talca
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.
Talca climate month by month
Talca has a Mediterranean climate: dry, hot summers and cold, rainy winters. About 632 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 | 31° | 15.3° | 7 mm | 0.8 | 0 | 21.5 |
| February | 30.5° | 15.2° | 4 mm | 0.7 | 0 | 17 |
| March | 27.9° | 13.1° | 6 mm | 0.7 | 0 | 8 |
| April | 21.8° | 10.1° | 45 mm | 4.8 | 0 | 0.2 |
| May | 16.3° | 7.4° | 85 mm | 7.3 | 0.3 | 0 |
| June | 13.8° | 5.7° | 150 mm | 10.7 | 0.8 | 0 |
| July | 13.2° | 4.4° | 103 mm | 9.2 | 2 | 0 |
| August | 14.8° | 5.3° | 112 mm | 8.2 | 0.4 | 0 |
| September | 17.3° | 6.5° | 63 mm | 6.4 | 0 | 0 |
| October | 20.7° | 8.2° | 37 mm | 4.7 | 0 | 0.1 |
| November | 25.7° | 11.2° | 16 mm | 2 | 0 | 3.5 |
| December | 29.4° | 13.6° | 4 mm | 0.8 | 0 | 14.6 |
Source: 2015–2024 averages calculated from the ERA5 reanalysis (Copernicus) via Open-Meteo for central Talca. These are modelled values, not from a weather station.
Weather tips for Talca
Summer heat
In January and February the average high tops 30 °C, with around 17 to 21 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 a few 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 Talca
Will it rain today in Talca?
Yes, it's likely. For today, Friday, October 9, the forecast gives a 48% chance of rain, with about 0.2 mm in Talca.
What's the temperature today in Talca?
For today, Friday, October 9, Talca can expect a high of 19 °C and a low of 8 °C (light drizzle). The current temperature is shown at the top of this page.
What is the rainiest month in Talca?
June: on average about 150 mm falls over 10 to 11 rainy days. August and July follow with around 112 and 103 mm. Summer is very dry: February and December average only 4 mm.
When is it hottest in Talca?
In January and February, with average highs of 31 °C. January has about 21 days above 30 °C on average, and heatwaves can push temperatures above 37 °C.
Does Talca get frost?
Yes, though less than in the foothills or in Linares. July has the most frosts (about 2 nights below 0 °C on average), followed by June and August. July's average low is 4.4 °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