July · Chile
Best time to visit Calama in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Calama in July
Average temperature 12°C, 0 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
8.3/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 14%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Calama scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Calama is the dry Atacama logistics town-airport gateway to San Pedro and Chuquicamata’s copper hinterland. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
July in Calama: strong conditions, 10th of 12
July averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Calama in July?
- In July, Calama averages 12°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Calama?
- July earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Calama in July?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 14% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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