Antofagasta weather in August (Antofagasta Region, Chile)

Planning a trip to Antofagasta in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Antofagasta, August is characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Antofagasta in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.2 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 0 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Antofagasta climate page with graphs.

 

Antofagasta, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Chile in August

Find out more about the weather in Chile in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Antofagasta in August?

For visitors traveling to Antofagasta, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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