Climate Insights for Diego Aracena International Airport

Provincia de Iquique, Región de Tarapacá, Chile

Hottest
February
24°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
July
10mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Diego Aracena International Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 66mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 10mm of rainfall. Diego Aracena International Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 18° Feb Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Mar Max: 23° Average: 20° Min: 17° Apr Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jun Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 12° Jul Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 11° Aug Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Sep Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 12° Oct Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 13° Nov Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Dec Max: 22° Average: 19° Min: 15°
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Average
Min

Diego Aracena International Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 24°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 7mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 2mm May Precipitation: 8mm Jun Precipitation: 9mm Jul Precipitation: 10mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Sep Precipitation: 7mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Nov Precipitation: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Diego Aracena International Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 66mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 10mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1mm. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Diego Aracena International Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

84 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Diego Aracena International Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Diego Aracena International Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in February at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 21°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 15mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 12mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 11mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 20°
Feb 21°
Mar 20°
Apr 18°
May 17°
Jun 16°
Jul 15°
Aug 15°
Sep 16°
Oct 16°
Nov 17°
Dec 19°

The best time to visit Diego Aracena International Airport is during January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 5mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Diego Aracena International Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
11 °C
19 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
20 °C
3 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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