Weather radar San Pedro de Atacama
Real-time precipitation radar · Antofagasta · Chile
San Pedro de Atacama climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for San Pedro de Atacama shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 27.6° | 27.2° | 26.5° | 24.5° | 21.9° | 19.9° | 21.2° | 21.3° | 23.9° | 25.5° | 26.9° | 27.5° |
| Avg low (°C) | 13.7° | 13.9° | 12.7° | 9.3° | 6.7° | 4.1° | 5.2° | 4.8° | 7.2° | 8.9° | 11° | 12.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 9 | 19 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sunshine hours | 381 | 329 | 352 | 322 | 313 | 295 | 311 | 327 | 333 | 367 | 372 | 383 |
| Humidity | 29% | 34% | 31% | 18% | 14% | 16% | 10% | 11% | 9% | 11% | 14% | 20% |
Best time to visit San Pedro de Atacama
The best time to visit San Pedro de Atacama is typically November. In this month the average high is 26.9°C, precipitation is 0 mm and sunshine duration is 372 hours. The annual average high is 24.5°C, total annual precipitation is 45 mm (9 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 4085 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Pedro de Atacama
How up to date is the weather radar for San Pedro de Atacama?
The weather radar for San Pedro de Atacama is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for San Pedro de Atacama?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for San Pedro de Atacama: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in San Pedro de Atacama?
The thunderstorm potential for San Pedro de Atacama is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near San Pedro de Atacama.
What is the climate like in San Pedro de Atacama?
San Pedro de Atacama has an annual average high of 24.5°C. The warmest month is January (avg high 27.6°C), the coldest June (avg low 4.1°C). The wettest month is February with 19 mm, the driest August with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 45 mm (9 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 4085 hours.
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