Argentina weather in August
Planning a getaway to Argentina this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Argentina in August?
The weather in Argentina in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of August is in the winter season.
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Los Penitentes at -7°C to warm in Tartagal at 28°C. At night it cools down to 12°C in Tartagal and -15°C in Los Penitentes.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in La Quiaca with an average of 2.7 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Los Alerces National Park with 321 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 177 hours of sunlight expected in Buenos Aires. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For specific regional insights in Argentina for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Argentina climate page.
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Average weather in Buenos Aires
In August Buenos Aires generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in San Carlos de Bariloche
In August San Carlos de Bariloche generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Mar del Plata
In August Mar del Plata generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Mendoza
In August Mendoza generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Salta
In August Salta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Argentina?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Buenos Aires, August might be a good time to visit Argentina. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, September, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Buenos Aires. On the other hand, the weather in June and July tend to be tolerable.
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