Best time to visit Easter Island
Go inOctober–March
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Visits to the moai require a national park ticket and guide.
See Easter Island on the globeEaster Island month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Great | 27°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| February | Great | 28°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Tapati Rapa Nui |
| March | Great | 27°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| April | Good | 25°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Great | 23°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Great | 22°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Great | 21°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| August | Great | 21°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Great | 21°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Great | 22°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| December | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Easter Island
- February🎉 Tapati Rapa NuiRapa Nui’s cultural festival, early February.
Good to know
- Flights to Easter Island are usually cheapest in May–October. The catch: May–September are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in February, so book early.
There are nearly 1,000 moai statues on Easter Island.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Easter Island?
The best time to visit Easter Island is October–March. Visits to the moai require a national park ticket and guide.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Easter Island?
Flights are usually cheapest in May–October, when demand is lowest.
When is Easter Island busiest?
Easter Island is busiest in February.
What is the weather like in Easter Island?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 28°C, and July the coolest at 21°C. The wettest period is April–September.
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