Cool
Average highs are around 12°C, so pack for cooler days.
October verdict
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile in October
Weather score51Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 12°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 9.1h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 5mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
12°C
Rain
5mm
Sun
9.1h
Weather score
51
Mixed
Seasonal climate calendar
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RainRain
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Weather scoreWeather score
Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 5mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 9.1h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Map
Weather map
Compare San Pedro de Atacama, Chile with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October12°C average high
October sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and October to December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October5mm average rain
October sits on the drier side of San Pedro de Atacama's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsMarch to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October9.1 hours average sun
October is one of San Pedro de Atacama's sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsMay to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Weather score
October51 weather score
October scores above San Pedro de Atacama's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsApril to November
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.