April Rainfall and Precipitation in Atacama

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Atacama, Chile in April.

Atacama, Chile, a region in Chile, experiences precipitation in April ranging from almost none in Piedra Colgada (1.3 mm (0.1 in)) to low in Chañaral (6.6 mm (0.3 in)).

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Best Places to Visit in Atacama in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in April: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Atacama precipitation in April: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Atacama, Chile receive in April?

In April, Copiapó typically receives modest rainfall, around 1.9 mm (0.1 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Atacama, Chile in April?

On average, Copiapó has about a single day days of rain in April.

Is April part of the rainy season in Atacama, Chile?

Not really. April is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Atacama, Chile.

What is the wettest city in April in Atacama, Chile?

Based on our records, Chañaral receives the most rainfall in Atacama, Chile in April, averaging about 6.6 mm (0.3 in).

What is the driest city in April in Atacama, Chile?

Based on our database, Piedra Colgada sees the least rainfall in Atacama, Chile in April, with around 1.3 mm (0.1 in) on average.

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