Argentina

Argentina Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Argentina in August.

Planning a journey to Argentina this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect 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.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Los Penitentes at -7°C (19°F) to warm in Tartagal at 28°C (82°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Tartagal and -15°C (5°F) in Los Penitentes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Argentina, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Susques with an average of 1.3 mm (0.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Puerto Blest with 323 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Buenos Aires, you can expect around 177 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Argentina by month

Best Places to Visit in Argentina in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Argentina.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Argentina

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Argentina?

Temperature range in Argentina (August)

Precipitation variation in Argentina (August)

Buenos Aires

In August Buenos Aires generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

San Carlos de Bariloche

In August San Carlos de Bariloche generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
147 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Mar del Plata

In August Mar del Plata generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
171 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Mendoza

In August Mendoza generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
217 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Salta

In August Salta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
207 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Argentina in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Buenos Aires 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
San Carlos de Bariloche 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Salta 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Puerto Iguazú 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
San Rafael 18°C (64°F) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Ushuaia 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Argentina weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Argentina in August?

August in Argentina brings pleasant weather. In Buenos Aires, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Argentina in August?

Buenos Aires averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Argentina get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Argentina during August, with Buenos Aires averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

Is August a Good 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 January, June and July tend to be tolerable.

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