Climate of Antofagasta, Chile
Area-weighted average across Antofagasta. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Antofagasta, a subdivision of Chile, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8.2°C / 46.8°F in June to 15.3°C / 59.5°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 8 mm / 0.3 in depending on the season (21 mm / 0.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.3°C59.5°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15°C59°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 14.2°C57.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 12.5°C54.5°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| June | 8.2°C46.8°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| July | 8.2°C46.8°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| August | 9.1°C48.4°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| September | 11°C51.8°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| October | 12.2°C54°F | 0 mm0″ | — |
| November | 13.5°C56.3°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| December | 14.6°C58.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Antofagasta?
The best months to visit Antofagasta, Chile for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, December. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 15.3°C / 59.5°F, and the driest is April with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Antofagasta?
Antofagasta, Chile has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8.2°C / 46.8°F in June to 15.3°C / 59.5°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 21 mm / 0.8 in, with the wettest month being February (8 mm / 0.3 in) and the driest April (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Antofagasta?
The hottest month in Antofagasta is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.3°C / 59.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Antofagasta?
The coldest month in Antofagasta is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 8.2°C / 46.8°F.
When does it rain most in Antofagasta?
The wettest month in Antofagasta is February, averaging about 8 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 0 mm / 0 in.