April weather forecast
Iquique, Chile

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Weather in April

April marks the middle of autumn in Iquique, with a more noticeable dip in temperatures and shorter daylight hours. Sunshine hours remain steady around 9.8 hours, ensuring the days still feel bright and sunny. The UV index drops from 6 in March to 5, reducing the risk of sunburns. The brisk winds complement the overall cooling trend, speeding up to an average of 11.4km/h (7.1mph). April's weather blend provides a refreshing change from the preceding hotter months.

Temperature

April welcomes an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F), not much different from the preceding month. April's average low-temperature is a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Iquique.

Rainfall

In Iquique, in April, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Iquique, during the entire year, the rain falls for 17.8 days and collects up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Iquique, the average seawater temperature in April is 20°C (68°F).
Note: Swimming in 20°C (68°F) is not pleasurable for most people. Breathing control grows increasingly challenging as the water temperature falls under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of April in Iquique, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:40 -03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:18 -04.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from -03 to -04. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 08. September 2024, at 00:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from -04 to -03.

Sunshine

January, February, April, May, July and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Iquique, Chile.

UV index

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Iquique?

In Iquique, 21.9°C (71.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.1°C (62.8°F) is the average low-temperature during April.

What is the most humid month in Iquique?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in April in Iquique?

In April, the average relative humidity in Iquique is 76%.

How much does it rain in Iquique in April?

In April, in Iquique, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in April in Iquique?

In Iquique, Chile, in April, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20°C (68°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Iquique have in April?

In Iquique, Chile, the average day length in April is 11h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Iquique?

On the first day of April in Iquique, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:40 -03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:18 -04.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Iquique?

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Iquique, Chile, and the time zone changes from -03 to -04. The next DST starts on Sunday, 08. September 2024, at 00:00.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Iquique?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February, April, May, July and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in April in Iquique?

In Iquique, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Iquique?

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Iquique, Chile.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Iquique?

In Iquique, Chile, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in April
Iquique, Chile

Average temperature in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average high temperature in April: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (18°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 17.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.1°C).

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Average pressure in April
Iquique, Chile

Average pressure in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Iquique, Chile

Average wind speed in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Iquique, Chile

Average humidity in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, August, September, October, November and December (73%).

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Average rainfall in April
Iquique, Chile

Average rainfall in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Iquique, Chile

Average rainfall days in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in April: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (2.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Iquique, Chile

Average sea temperature in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in April: 20°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Iquique, Chile

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, June, August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, April, May, July and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Iquique, Chile

Average sunshine days in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in April: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (24.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
Iquique, Chile

Average UV index in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in April
Iquique, Chile

Average cloud cover in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in April: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 16).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in April
Iquique, Chile

Average visibility in April - Iquique, Chile
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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