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La Chimba Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit La Chimba.
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Climate overview of La Chimba
With consistently stable weather, La Chimba, Chile, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), ranging from 25°C (77°F) in February to 19°C (66°F) in July.
Rainfall is extremely rare, with only 61 mm (2.4 in) falling across the entire year. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 10.3 hours of daily sunshine.
La Chimba Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Chimba - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in La Chimba
The climate in La Chimba remains fairly constant, offering pleasant temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C (66°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) in February to around 11°C (52°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in La Chimba
La Chimba experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 61 mm (2.4 in) annually. Year-round, La Chimba has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 9.4 mm (0.4 in), and the driest month, January, with 1.9 mm (0.1 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our La Chimba Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in La Chimba
While the amount of sunshine in La Chimba varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 10.3 hours of daily sun in January, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 6.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Water Temperature in La Chimba
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 15°C (59°F) in July to 20°C (68°F) in January.
Water temperature over the year
Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Humidity in La Chimba by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in La Chimba.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 79%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Wind Speed in La Chimba
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in May, July, August and September to 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).
Best Time to Visit La Chimba
Weather conditions in La Chimba vary little from month to month, so there is no clear best period based on weather alone.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Warmest weather: January, February and March
- Most sunshine: January, February and December
- Best for swimming: January and February, with water temperatures around 20°C (68°F).
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall year-round
Frequently asked questions about the climate in La Chimba
What is the best time to visit La Chimba?
La Chimba has very little rainfall year-round.
What temperatures can I expect in La Chimba?
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in July to 25°C (77°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 11°C (52°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does La Chimba get?
Annual rainfall is around 61 mm (2.4 in). June is the wettest month with 9.4 mm (0.4 in), while January is the driest with 1.9 mm (0.1 in).
How sunny is La Chimba?
La Chimba receives around 3,035 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 310 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 201 hours. Overall, La Chimba enjoys abundant sunshine.
La Chimba 3-Day Forecast
La Chimba on the map
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