Chile

Chile Weather in August

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

Thinking about venturing to Chile this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chile in August

Chile has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. August falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Valle Nevado at 2°C (36°F) to warm in Pica at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Pica and -7°C (19°F) in Valle Nevado.

For specific regional insights in Chile, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in San Pedro de Atacama with an average of 1 mm (0.04 in) to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 516 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Santiago gets around 161 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Chile by month

Best Places to Visit in Chile in August

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

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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 Chile

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

Temperature range in Chile (August)

Precipitation variation in Chile (August)

Santiago

In August Santiago generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
161 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Viña del Mar

In August Viña del Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
119 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

La Serena

In August La Serena generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
173 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Valparaíso

In August Valparaíso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
119 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Pucón

In August Pucón generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
419 mm (16 in)
378 mm (15 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santiago 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Viña del Mar 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
San Pedro de Atacama 19°C (66°F) 2°C (36°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Pucón 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 378 mm (15 in)
Hanga Roa 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Valparaíso 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Chile weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chile in August?

August in Chile brings tolerable weather. In Santiago, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Chile in August?

Daytime temperatures in Santiago peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in August, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does Chile get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Santiago averages just 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Chile.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Chile?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Santiago, August might be a good time to visit Chile. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Chile is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Santiago. In contrast, June tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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