Atacama Weather in July

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

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Copiapó Chañaral Caldera Bahia Inglesa

Thinking about venturing to Atacama, Chile this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Atacama in July

Atacama, Chile is a region in Chile. July in Atacama generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Bahia Inglesa at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Copiapó at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 6°C (43°F) in Copiapó and 11°C (52°F) in Bahia Inglesa. While July might be the chilliest month, Atacama, Chile offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bahia Inglesa with an average of 5 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Vallenar with 10 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Copiapó sees around 218 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Atacama in July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Atacama, Chile?

Temperature range in Atacama (July)

Precipitation variation in Atacama (July)

Copiapó

In July Copiapó generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
218 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Copiapó →

Chañaral

In July Chañaral generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chañaral →

Caldera

In July Caldera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
218 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Caldera →

Bahia Inglesa

In July Bahia Inglesa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
218 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bahia Inglesa →

Vallenar

In July Vallenar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vallenar →

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copiapó 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Chañaral 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Caldera 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Bahia Inglesa 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Vallenar 20°C (68°F) 5°C (41°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Piedra Colgada 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)

Atacama weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

July in Atacama, Chile brings perfect weather. In Copiapó, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

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

Copiapó averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

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

Not particularly. Copiapó averages just 6.4 mm (0.3 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Atacama, Chile.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Atacama, Chile?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Copiapó, July might be a good time to visit Atacama, Chile. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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