Climate Insights for Pozo Almonte

Provincia del Tamarugal, Región de Tarapacá, Chile

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
July
9°C low
Wettest
February
8mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pozo Almonte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 18mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 8mm of rainfall. Pozo Almonte 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, June, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Apr Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 14° May Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Jun Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 10° Jul Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° Aug Max: 24° Average: 16° Min: 9° Sep Max: 25° Average: 17° Min: 11° Oct Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Nov Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 13° Dec Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15°
Max
Average
Min

Pozo Almonte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 4mm Feb Precipitation: 8mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Pozo Almonte is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 18mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 8mm of rainfall. January and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. 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: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Pozo Almonte 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 December, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Pozo Almonte, which began on June 21, 2026. Pozo Almonte 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 9°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 11 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm 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 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 13mm 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 11 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm 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 9 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm 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 21°
Feb 22°
Mar 21°
Apr 19°
May 18°
Jun 16°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 19°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit Pozo Almonte is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 2mm per month. 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 Pozo Almonte 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
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
14 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
10 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
13 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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