Climate guide for Antofagasta, Chile

Antofagasta in April

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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April · Chile

Best time to visit Antofagasta in April Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Antofagasta in April

Average temperature 19°C, 1 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

April score

9.2/10

Ranked #8 of 12 months

Full year for Antofagasta
Avg temp
19°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Humidity
83%
Days with 6h+ sun
24
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

April in Antofagasta scores 9.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Antofagasta is a Pacific mining port on the Atacama edge-coastal boardwalks, foggy mornings, and desert day trips. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.

April in Antofagasta — one of the year's strongest windows (8th)

April averages 19°C (66°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9.2/10 puts this among the year's best months in Antofagasta (8th of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.6/10.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Antofagasta in April?
In April, Antofagasta averages 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
Is April a good time to visit Antofagasta?
April earns a 9.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Antofagasta in April?
Expect about 1 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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