The weather in August in Chile
It's cool to moderate in August in Chile with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 7°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Chile. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Chile. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2014, Chile reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 82 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Chile
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chile. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Chile | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 3°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Chile with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 5°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Chile is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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The climate in Chile is based on weather data from Santiago. Other places, like Patagonia, Valparaíso or San Pedro de Atacama, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Chile to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Chile
Temperature in August in Chile over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Chile
Total precipitation in August in Chile over the years
Daily UV index in August in Chile
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Chile, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Chile
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August is winter in Chile, when there is enough snow for winter sports and skiing. Temperatures range between -1°C and 7°C. The sun rarely shows itself and it can be quite cold. Not ideal for sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Chile by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chile. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.