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San Pedro de Atacama weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to San Pedro de Atacama
Sunny year-round. Mar–May and Sep–Nov are mild; Dec–Feb brings altiplano rain on some tours; Jun–Aug nights fall below 0°C. Dec–Jan and Jul are busiest.
San Pedro de Atacama weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°7 mm
- Feb28°8 mm
- Mar27°4 mm
- Apr25°1 mm
- May22°2 mm
- Jun21°0 mm
- Jul20°1 mm
- Aug22°0 mm
- Sep24°0 mm
- Oct26°1 mm
- Nov28°1 mm
- Dec29°4 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 12°C53°F | 7 mm | 29% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C82°F | 12°C53°F | 8 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C81°F | 11°C52°F | 4 mm | 26% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C77°F | 8°C47°F | 1 mm | 18% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C71°F | 5°C41°F | 2 mm | 16% | Pleasant |
| June | 21°C69°F | 4°C39°F | 0 mm | 14% | Pleasant |
| July | 20°C68°F | 3°C38°F | 1 mm | 14% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C72°F | 4°C40°F | 0 mm | 11% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 6°C43°F | 0 mm | 12% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C79°F | 8°C46°F | 1 mm | 13% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C82°F | 10°C49°F | 1 mm | 15% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 11°C51°F | 4 mm | 20% | Pleasant |
Best months across Chile
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jan (34°C) |
| Valparaíso | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (19°C) |
| San Pedro de Atacama | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (29°C) |
| Puerto Natales | Nov–Mar | Feb (14°C) |
| Pucón | Dec–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Easter Island | Nov–Apr | Feb (24°C) |
| Puerto Varas | Dec–Mar | Feb (20°C) |
| Viña del Mar | Dec–Mar | Jan (31°C) |
| Chiloé | Dec–Mar | Feb (18°C) |
| Punta Arenas | Nov–Mar | Feb (13°C) |
| La Serena | Dec–Mar | Jan (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit San Pedro de Atacama?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Sunny year-round. Mar–May and Sep–Nov are mild; Dec–Feb brings altiplano rain on some tours; Jun–Aug nights fall below 0°C. Dec–Jan and Jul are busiest.
When is the rainy season in San Pedro de Atacama?
Rain peaks in February with about 8 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in San Pedro de Atacama?
January, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does San Pedro de Atacama get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Servicio Nacional de Turismo (Sernatur)
- Corporación Nacional Forestal (CONAF)
- Turbus
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.