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During August, Valdivia experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). August sits within the rainy season, and part of the winter season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Valdivia. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Valdivia - and find the best time to visit.
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Valdivia typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 6°C (43°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Valdivia spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Valdivia spans 1993 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Chile in August →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. The water temperature sits at about 10°C (50°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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