Best Time to Visit Calama
Best time: Dec, Nov, Jan, Feb.
Jan is warmest (24.6°C high); Jan is rainiest (7 mm).
Calama weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.6 | 8.6 | 7 | 11.5 |
| Feb | 24.2 | 8.5 | 6 | 11.1 |
| Mar | 23.8 | 7.4 | 1 | 10.4 |
| Apr | 22.3 | 5.3 | 0 | 8.9 |
| May | 20.4 | 2.8 | 0 | 7.4 |
| Jun | 18.2 | 0 | 0 | 6.6 |
| Jul | 18.4 | 0.1 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 19.4 | 1.1 | 0 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 21.3 | 3.4 | 0 | 10 |
| Oct | 21.6 | 5.5 | 0 | 11.8 |
| Nov | 22 | 7.5 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Dec | 23.9 | 7.9 | 1 | 12.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: DecNovJanFeb
Beaches: DecJanNovFeb
Hiking: NovDecOctMar
Sightseeing: NovDecOctJan
Calama quick facts
What to pack
Mild year-round — pack layers and a light jacket.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Calama?
Dec, Nov, Jan, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 7 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 24.6°C.
Where to stay
See Calama hotels · Book Calama tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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