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Sun & Beach Potential

85/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

February, December, March

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Weather

14°C – 20°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Iquique are from February, December, March. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.

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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Iquique

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°0
February
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°0
March
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0
April
81Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
May
70Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°0
June
63Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°0
July
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°0
August
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°0
September
63Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°0
October
67Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°0
November
70Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°0
December
85Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°0

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Iquique

When is the best time to visit Iquique for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Iquique for sun & beach is typically in February, December, March, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Iquique?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Iquique, making it a year-round destination for sun & beach.

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