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Antofagasta Region Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antofagasta Region, Chile in April.

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Considering a trip to Antofagasta Region, Chile this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Antofagasta Region in April

Antofagasta Region, Chile is a region in Chile. Antofagasta Region, Chile has a wide variety of climate types. During April, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Diego Ramírez Islands at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Atacama Desert at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Atacama Desert and 5°C (41°F) in Diego Ramírez Islands.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Antofagasta Region, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in San Pedro de Atacama with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Aysén with 224 mm (8.8 in). In San Pedro de Atacama, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Explore Antofagasta Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Antofagasta Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Pedro de Atacama)

January24°C (75°F) February23°C (73°F) March23°C (73°F) April22°C (72°F) May19°C (66°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August19°C (66°F) September21°C (70°F) October23°C (73°F) November24°C (75°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Antofagasta Region in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Antofagasta Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Antofagasta Region

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Antofagasta Region, Chile?

Temperature range in Antofagasta Region (April)

Precipitation variation in Antofagasta Region (April)

San Pedro de Atacama

In April San Pedro de Atacama generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
9 mm (0.4 in)
0 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Pedro de Atacama →

Antofagasta

In April Antofagasta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
248 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Antofagasta →

Mejillones

In April Mejillones generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
287 hours
248 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mejillones →

Atacama Desert

In April Atacama Desert generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Atacama Desert →

Calama

In April Calama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calama →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Antofagasta Region in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Pedro de Atacama 22°C (72°F) 6°C (43°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Antofagasta 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Mejillones 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Atacama Desert 24°C (75°F) 7°C (45°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Calama 23°C (73°F) 7°C (45°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Toconao 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 5.1 mm (0.2 in)

Antofagasta Region weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antofagasta Region, Chile in April?

In April, Antofagasta Region, Chile generally has perfect weather conditions. San Pedro de Atacama sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Antofagasta Region, Chile in April?

Daytime temperatures in San Pedro de Atacama peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in April, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Antofagasta Region, Chile get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Antofagasta Region, Chile. San Pedro de Atacama averages only about 0 mm (0 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Antofagasta Region, Chile?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Antofagasta Region, Chile. Typically, the climate in San Pedro de Atacama is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in San Pedro de Atacama.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Antofagasta Region.

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