Atacama Desert weather in January
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While January isn't our top-rated month for Atacama Desert, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
27°C
Average low
12°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
March, April, September, October, November, December
What to do in Atacama Desert in January
Whatever the weather, Atacama Desert rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Atacama salt flat moonrise tour at sunset
Los Flamingos National Reserve flamingo lagoon drive
Geysers del Tatio sunrise geyser field expedition
Valle de la Luna rock formations and sunset hike
Atacama stargazing: professional observatory tour
Salt mining village tour: traditional evaporation pools
What to pack for January
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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January (you are here)
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
February
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
March
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
May
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
June
18C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
July
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
August
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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