Best Time to Visit Antofagasta, Antofagasta, Chile
Antofagasta is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Antofagasta for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–August; the wetter half falls in September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14°C / 57.2°F in July to 21.3°C / 70.3°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (January) to 1 mm / 0 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antofagasta, Antofagasta, Chile's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Antofagasta's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.3°C70.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.1°C70°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 20°C68°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 18.1°C64.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 16.4°C61.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.8°C58.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14°C57.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.5°C58.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15.4°C59.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.5°C61.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 18.1°C64.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19.8°C67.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Antofagasta?
The best time to visit Antofagasta for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 21.3°C / 70.3°F, and the driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Antofagasta's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Antofagasta?
The rainy season at Antofagasta, Antofagasta runs through September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 0 mm / 0 in. The wettest single month is September (1 mm / 0 in).
What is the driest month in Antofagasta?
The driest month in Antofagasta is January, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.3°C / 70.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Antofagasta?
The least comfortable months for travel to Antofagasta — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 1 mm / 0 in in September, and the coldest month averages 14°C / 57.2°F.
Is Antofagasta climate different from Chile overall?
Yes, usually. Our Antofagasta figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Chile figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Antofagasta specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.