October weather forecast
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

October

Weather in October

October in San Pedro de Atacama brings a significant rise in temperature, signaling the departure of spring and the upcoming arrival of summer. The increased warmth during the day brings a vibrant energy to the city. With the rising temperatures, humidity levels drop, lending to the arid and dry atmosphere that is characteristic of the region. Among the notable shifts in this month's weather is the complete absence of a raindrop, despite temperatures ranging from 5.2°C (41.4°F) to a warm 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Temperature

As San Pedro de Atacama welcomes October, the average high-temperature is noted at an enjoyable 18.2°C (64.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Nighttime in October brings a stark departure from the daily high in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, resting at an average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 21%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, rain does not fall in October and November.

Snowfall

January through April, August through December are months without snowfall in San Pedro de Atacama.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:45 -03.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in San Pedro de Atacama is 9.9h.

UV index

January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in San Pedro de Atacama. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in San Pedro de Atacama?
During October, San Pedro de Atacama experiences an average high-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).
What is the least humid month in San Pedro de Atacama?
October is the least humid month in San Pedro de Atacama, with an average relative humidity of 21%.
What is the average humidity in October in San Pedro de Atacama?
In October, the average relative humidity in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, is 21%.
What is the driest month in San Pedro de Atacama?
In San Pedro de Atacama, rain does not fall in October and November.
Does it rain in San Pedro de Atacama in October?
In October, in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, it doesn't rain. September is the latest month when it rains.
When it does not snow in San Pedro de Atacama?
January through April, August through December are months without snowfall in San Pedro de Atacama.
What is the average length of the day in October in San Pedro de Atacama?
In San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, the average day length in October is 12h and 38min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in San Pedro de Atacama?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:45 -03.
How long on average sun shines in October in San Pedro de Atacama?
The average sunshine duration in October in San Pedro de Atacama is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in San Pedro de Atacama?
The months with the highest UV index in San Pedro de Atacama are January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
How high is the UV index in October in San Pedro de Atacama?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in San Pedro de Atacama is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average temperature in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average high temperature in October: 18.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (0.3°C).

Average pressure in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average pressure in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average wind speed in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average humidity in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average humidity in October: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (21%).

Average rainfall in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average rainfall in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average rainfall in October: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (23mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average rainfall days in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average snowfall in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average snowfall days in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average sunshine days in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in October: 30.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.8 days).

Average UV index in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average UV index in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average cloud cover in October
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in October: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
The months with the least cloud cover are August, September and November (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in October - San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Average visibility in October
San Pedro de Atacama, 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).

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