ChileThe weather in October in Iquique
It's cool to moderate in October in Iquique with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 6°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? October isn’t a good month to be in Iquique. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Iquique, Chile. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2021, Iquique reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Iquique is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 6,7 mm of precipitation in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Iquique
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October weather comparison
| Iquique | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 6,7 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Iquique with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Iquique is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 5°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Iquique, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Iquique
Temperature in October in Iquique over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Iquique, Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Iquique
Total precipitation in October in Iquique over the years
Daily UV index in October in Iquique
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Iquique, 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.
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Average weather in Iquique by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iquique. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.