Copiapó Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Copiapó has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
The area is known for its low rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Copiapó temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 21°C during cooler months like July.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 6°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Copiapó sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 34 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Copiapó has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 7.6 mm, and the driest month, January, with 0.1 mm, is minimal.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Copiapó varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.8 hours of daily sun in January, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 6.4 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Copiapó.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 67%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Copiapó in Chile
During the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
January has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 21°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 8 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.
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