Average weather for Atacama in July
It's cool to moderate in July in Atacama with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Start of July
The month of July starts in Atacama with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 9°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid July
By mid-July, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Atacama is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
In July, there is an average of 5 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in July. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Atacama in July |
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18°C | 31°C | |
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20°C | 33°C | |
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17°C | -5°C | |
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5 mm | 160 mm | |
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1 day | 18 days | |
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0,1 cm | 0 cm | |
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1 day | 0 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is July a good time to visit Atacama?
Looking for great weather? July is a good time to be in Atacama. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2019, Atacama reached the highest temperature in July over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in Atacama
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in July for Atacama, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in July in Atacama
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July for Atacama, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for July, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Atacama.
Daily Snowfall in July in Atacama
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in July in Atacama, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in July.
Daily UV index in July in Atacama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July in Atacama, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in July in Atacama over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in Atacama, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in July in Atacama over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July in Atacama, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in July in Atacama per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in July in Atacama, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in July for Atacama
Click on any day in July to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Atacama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Atacama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Atacama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.