Climate Insights for Pica

Provincia del Tamarugal, Región de Tarapacá, Chile

Hottest
October
23°C peak
Coldest
June
9°C low
Wettest
February
42mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pica is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 90mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 42mm of rainfall. Pica 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are June, August, July, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 13° Feb Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14° Mar Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 13° Apr Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° May Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Jun Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jul Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 10° Aug Max: 22° Average: 15° Min: 10° Sep Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° Oct Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° Nov Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Dec Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 12°
Max
Average
Min

Pica sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 23°C. October is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°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: 24mm Feb Precipitation: 42mm Mar Precipitation: 7mm Apr Precipitation: 1mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 1mm Dec Precipitation: 12mm
Precipitation

Pica is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 90mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 42mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. That's 42mm less than February, the wettest month. 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 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Pica is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Pica, which began on September 23, 2026. Pica 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 October at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 11 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 23°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 8mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

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

The best time to visit Pica is during January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 8mm per month. By contrast, June can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 Pica 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
13 °C
22 °C
9 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
22 °C
8 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
22 °C
9 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
9 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
10 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
11 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Dec
12 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
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