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Calama Weather in January
January in Calama sees daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
Rainfall in Calama in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain, averaging 12 mm (0.5 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Calama in January
Calama in January has excellent weather. Days reach 24°C (75°F) and nights cool to 10°C (50°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Calama Temperature in January
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
12 mm (0.5 in)
Rainy days
10 days
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Best Places in Chile in January
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Calama in January
For Calama in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Calama in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Calama 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Santiago
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25°C (77°F) San Pedro de Atacama
24°C (75°F) Concón22°C (72°F) Viña del Mar21°C (70°F) Pucón22°C (72°F) Valparaíso20°C (68°F) Bucket list
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