October weather forecastAntofagasta, Chile

October

Weather in October

October unfolds with incredibly favorable conditions in Antofagasta. The UV index persists at 5, remaining constant throughout the year, underscoring the city's substantial sunlight exposure. The shift from September to October sees a bump in average sea temperature to 15.4°C (59.7°F). Outdoor activities thrive during October, thanks to the prolonged daylight hours and enjoyable weather conditions.

Temperature

On the advent of October, Antofagasta's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F) from September's 18.7°C (65.7°F). During October nights, Antofagasta witnesses a consistent average temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F).

Humidity

In Antofagasta, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

January through May, September through December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In Antofagasta, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Antofagasta, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:54 -03.

Sunshine

February, September through December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Antofagasta, records 19.3°C (66.7°F), while the low-temperature is 14.1°C (57.4°F).

In Antofagasta, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

January through May, September through December are months without rainfall.

In Antofagasta, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.4°C (59.7°F). Swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In October, the average day length is 12h and 40min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:54 -03.

February, September through December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Antofagasta.

The average sunshine duration in October is 10h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Antofagasta are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average high temperature in October: 19.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 14.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average pressure in October: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average wind speed in October: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average rainfall in October: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average rainfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (1.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average sea temperature in October: 15.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average sunshine days in October: 31 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average cloud cover in October: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in October
Antofagasta, Chile

  • Average visibility in October: 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).