Atacama Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Atacama, Chile in February.

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Copiapó Chañaral Caldera Bahia Inglesa

Are you planning a trip a to Atacama, Chile in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Atacama in February

Atacama, Chile is a region in Chile. February in Atacama generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Bahia Inglesa to 28°C (82°F) in Copiapó. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Copiapó and 17°C (63°F) in Bahia Inglesa. On average, February is the warmest month of the year in Atacama, Chile. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Atacama, Chile, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Piedra Colgada with an average of 0.2 mm (0.01 in) to almost no rainfall in Chañaral with 4.5 mm (0.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in February. Copiapó typically receives 260 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Atacama by month

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

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March26°C (79°F) April25°C (77°F) May23°C (73°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August22°C (72°F) September23°C (73°F) October24°C (75°F) November25°C (77°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Atacama in February

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

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 Atacama

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Atacama, Chile?

Temperature range in Atacama (February)

Precipitation variation in Atacama (February)

Copiapó

In February Copiapó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
260 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Copiapó →

Chañaral

In February Chañaral generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chañaral →

Caldera

In February Caldera generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
260 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Caldera →

Bahia Inglesa

In February Bahia Inglesa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
260 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bahia Inglesa →

Vallenar

In February Vallenar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vallenar →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Atacama in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copiapó 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Chañaral 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Caldera 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Bahia Inglesa 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Vallenar 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Piedra Colgada 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)

Atacama weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Atacama, Chile in February?

Expect perfect weather across Atacama, Chile in February. The popular destination of Copiapó averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Atacama, Chile in February?

In Copiapó, the average daytime high in February is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Atacama, Chile get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Atacama, Chile during February, with Copiapó averaging close to 0.3 mm (0.01 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Atacama, Chile?

In our opinion, February is a good time to visit Atacama, Chile with overall perfect weather in Copiapó.

On average, the best time to visit Atacama, Chile is in with generally perfect weather in Copiapó.

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