Uruguay weather in August
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 is the weather like in Uruguay in August?
August in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from moderate to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During August, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from moderate in Punta del Este at 15°C to pleasant in Artigas at 22°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Artigas and 10°C in Punta del Este.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Riachuelo with an average of 79 mm to high rainfall in Treinta y Tres with 118 mm. Punta del Este enjoys a balanced 160 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Uruguay for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Uruguay climate page.
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Average weather in Punta del Este
In August Punta del Este generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Montevideo
In August Montevideo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Punta Del Diablo
In August Punta Del Diablo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in La Paloma
In August La Paloma generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Colonia del Sacramento
In August Colonia del Sacramento generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best 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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