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San Pedro de Atacama Weather in October
San Pedro de Atacama in October sees high temperatures, with highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.
Rainfall in San Pedro de Atacama in October
You can expect the least amount of rain of the year this month, making it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Rain is expected on roughly 3 days, totalling around 0 mm (0 in) for the month.
Temperature in San Pedro de Atacama in October
San Pedro de Atacama in October is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 23°C (73°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit.
San Pedro de Atacama Temperature in October
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
9%
Precipitation
0 mm (0 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
13%
San Pedro de Atacama Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for San Pedro de Atacama in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Pedro de Atacama spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Pedro de Atacama historical weather extremes in October
Based on 19 years of weather observations in San Pedro de Atacama between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- San Pedro de Atacama recorded its highest October temperature of 29°C (84°F) on October 5, 2024.
- The lowest daytime temperature in October was 14°C (57°F), recorded on October 10, 2024.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 0°C (32°F) (October 3, 2017).
Best Places in Chile in October
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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).
What to Wear in San Pedro de Atacama in October
For San Pedro de Atacama in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments.
What To Do in San Pedro de Atacama in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
San Pedro de Atacama 3-Day Forecast
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