San Pedro de Atacama weather in January (Antofagasta Region, Chile)
Will it be warm or cold in San Pedro de Atacama this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.
Temperatures
You’ll find the weather in San Pedro de Atacama during January to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 24°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 10°C.
Precipitation
San Pedro de Atacama in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 12 days of rain.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Pedro de Atacama climate page with graphs.
San Pedro de Atacama, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
10°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
45 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
28%
Where to go in Chile in January
Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to San Pedro de Atacama, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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