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UruguayThe weather in August in Punta del Este
It's cool to moderate in August in Punta del Este with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? August isn’t a good month to be in Punta del Este. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Punta del Este, Uruguay. 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 2015, Punta del Este reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta del Este is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 167 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Punta del Este
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Punta del Este. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Punta del Este | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 167 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Punta del Este with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 17°C, with nights around 9°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 Punta del Este is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Punta del Este, Uruguay. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Punta del Este
Temperature in August in Punta del Este over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Punta del Este, Uruguay. 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 Punta del Este
Total precipitation in August in Punta del Este over the years
Daily UV index in August in Punta del Este
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Punta del Este, 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.
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Average weather in Punta del Este by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta del Este. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.