Climate guide for Calama, Chile

Calama in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · Chile

Best time to visit Calama in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Calama in November

Average temperature 17°C, 1 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 22% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

9.4/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Calama
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Humidity
22%
Days with 6h+ sun
30
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

November in Calama scores 9.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.

November in Calama — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)

November averages 17°C (62°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 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9.4/10 puts this among the year's best months in Calama (5th of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.9/10.

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

Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Calama in November?
In November, Calama averages 17°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
Is November a good time to visit Calama?
November earns a 9.4/10 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 November?
Expect about 1 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 22% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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