April could be a good time to visit Antofagasta, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +72°F, and there are typically 7 sunny days in April. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 8 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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April is usually the wettest month of the year in Antofagasta;
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
93%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antofagasta has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Antofagasta in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antofagasta for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +73°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +59°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +70°F.
Is Antofagasta warm or cold in April?
Antofagasta is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +75°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +61°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Antofagasta:
Water temperature in Antofagasta in April
Water in Antofagasta in April is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +70°F, with an average of +65°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Antofagasta are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +71°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in Antofagasta in April?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Antofagasta in April might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Antofagasta in April
Antofagasta weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+75°F
+72°F
+70°F
Min. temperature
+59°F
+55°F
+50°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+79°F
+84°F
Rainfall
3 mm
8 mm
10 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+69°F
+65°F
+64°F
Humidity
91%
93%
92%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
12
7
9
Cloudy days
13
10
9
Rainy days
6
13
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
April typically has worse weather conditions compared to March.It’s getting colder in April. From +75°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 8 mm.Humidity rises from 91% to 93%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 12 sunny days in March to 7 in April.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in May as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Antofagasta in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Antofagasta is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Antofagasta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 10 mm, with a 30% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 9 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Antofagasta wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 11 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Antofagasta?
This is the weather in Antofagasta in April 2023:
1 April
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+77°F
2 April
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+78°F
3 April
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+77°F
4 April
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+77°F
5 April
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+77°F
6 April
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+76°F
7 April
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+75°F
8 April
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+75°F
9 April
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+76°F
10 April
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+75°F
11 April
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+75°F
12 April
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+75°F
13 April
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+73°F
14 April
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+74°F
15 April
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+74°F
16 April
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+72°F
17 April
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+70°F
18 April
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+73°F
19 April
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+73°F
20 April
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+71°F
21 April
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+73°F
22 April
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+72°F
23 April
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+71°F
24 April
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+71°F
25 April
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+71°F
26 April
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+71°F
27 April
🌧️
+71°F
28 April
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+70°F
29 April
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+70°F
30 April
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+70°F
In April 2023 Antofagasta had 20 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 93%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 85%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Antofagasta climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Antofagasta in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2022 (+69°F) and the highest in 1997 (+74°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 25 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1991 with 128 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antofagasta in April:
Is April a good time to visit Antofagasta?
It’s always a good time to visit Antofagasta, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Antofagasta in April?
April has mild temperatures in Antofagasta. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Antofagasta in April?
In general, you can swim in Antofagasta in April, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Antofagasta rainy in April?
Antofagasta is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Antofagasta in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Antofagasta in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antofagasta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
