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Coquimbo Region Weather in April

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

Planning a journey to Coquimbo Region, Chile this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Coquimbo Region in April

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Alcoguaz at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Ovalle at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Ovalle and 4°C (39°F) in Alcoguaz.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Punta de Choros with an average of 3.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Pisco Elqui with 29 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take La Serena as an example - it receives around 162 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Coquimbo Region in April

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

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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 Coquimbo Region

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

Temperature range in Coquimbo Region (April)

Precipitation variation in Coquimbo Region (April)

La Serena

In April La Serena generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
162 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Pisco Elqui

In April Pisco Elqui generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Coquimbo

In April Coquimbo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
162 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
6 mm (0.2 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Vicuña

In April Vicuña generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
162 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Tongoy

In April Tongoy generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
162 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Serena 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Pisco Elqui 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Coquimbo 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Vicuña 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Tongoy 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)
La Herradura 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)

Coquimbo Region weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

April in Coquimbo Region, Chile brings perfect weather. In La Serena, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in La Serena peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in April, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

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

April is on the drier side in Coquimbo Region, Chile. La Serena averages only about 4.4 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Coquimbo Region, Chile. Typically, the climate in La Serena 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 La Serena.

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