Atacama Weather in June

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

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Copiapó Chañaral Caldera Bahia Inglesa

Planning a trip to Atacama, Chile this June? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Atacama in June

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Caldera at 18°C (64°F) to pleasant in Copiapó at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Copiapó and 12°C (54°F) in Caldera.

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

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Piedra Colgada with an average of 5.5 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Vallenar with 15 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in June. Copiapó typically receives 192 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Atacama in June

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

Temperature range in Atacama (June)

Precipitation variation in Atacama (June)

Copiapó

In June Copiapó generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
192 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Copiapó →

Chañaral

In June Chañaral generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chañaral →

Caldera

In June Caldera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
192 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Caldera →

Bahia Inglesa

In June Bahia Inglesa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
192 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bahia Inglesa →

Vallenar

In June Vallenar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vallenar →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Atacama, in Chile.

In our records: Chile June extremes

Notable June records observed across cities in Chile in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest June night in Chile dropped to -26°C (-15°F) in Coihaique on June 21, 2002.

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copiapó 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 6.9 mm (0.3 in)
Chañaral 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Caldera 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Bahia Inglesa 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Vallenar 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Piedra Colgada 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)

Atacama weather in June: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Atacama, Chile in June. The popular destination of Copiapó averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

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

In Copiapó, the average daytime high in June is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 7°C (45°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Atacama, Chile during June, with Copiapó averaging close to 6.9 mm (0.3 in).

Is June a Good Time to Visit Atacama, Chile?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Copiapó.

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