Uruguay

Uruguay Weather in August

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

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Punta del Este Montevideo Punta Del Diablo Colonia del Sacramento

Planning a getaway to Uruguay 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 to Expect in Uruguay in August

August in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During August, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Punta del Este at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Artigas at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Artigas and 10°C (50°F) in Punta del Este.

For a closer look at conditions across Uruguay, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Riachuelo with an average of 79 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Treinta y Tres with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Punta del Este as an example - it receives around 160 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Uruguay

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

Temperature range in Uruguay (August)

Precipitation variation in Uruguay (August)

Punta del Este

In August Punta del Este generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
160 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Punta del Este →

Montevideo

In August Montevideo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
165 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Montevideo →

Punta Del Diablo

In August Punta Del Diablo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
163 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Punta Del Diablo →

La Paloma

In August La Paloma generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
169 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in La Paloma →

Colonia del Sacramento

In August Colonia del Sacramento generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
177 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Colonia del Sacramento →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Montevideo 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Punta Del Diablo 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Colonia del Sacramento 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Piriápolis 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Termas del Daymán 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Uruguay weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uruguay in August?

Uruguay typically experiences unpleasant weather in August, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Punta del Este average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Uruguay in August?

Daytime temperatures in Punta del Este peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in August, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Uruguay get a lot of rain in August?

Punta del Este typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 101 mm (4 in) on average across Uruguay.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Uruguay?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Uruguay due to the typically unpleasant weather in Punta del Este.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Punta del Este. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.

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