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Chaitén Weather in August
August in Chaitén sees daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.
Rainfall in Chaitén in August
As part of the rainy season, Chaitén sees around 10 days of rain in August, with an average of 516 mm (20 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in Chaitén in August
Daytime temperatures in Chaitén reach 10°C (50°F) in August, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. During August, the winter season is in full swing. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.For additional travel inspiration, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Chaitén Temperature in August
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
516 mm (20 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Chaitén Weather by Month
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Best Places in Chile in August
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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).
What to Wear in Chaitén in August
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Chaitén in August. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
What To Do in Chaitén in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Barbeque1/10
Chaitén 3-Day Forecast
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