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Chañaral Weather in August
August in Chañaral brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). Only 8.7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.
Rainfall in Chañaral in August
Typically, about 0 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 8.7 mm (0.3 in) for the month. On the rare occasion it does rain, the shower can be quite heavy given the low total spread across a single day.
Temperature in Chañaral in August
August is a good time to be in Chañaral. Days are excellent, reaching 18°C (64°F), with nights around 10°C (50°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Chañaral Temperature in August
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
1%
Precipitation
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Chañaral Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Chañaral in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chañaral spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chañaral historical weather extremes in August
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Chañaral between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Chañaral recorded its highest August temperature of 28°C (82°F) on August 20, 2023.
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 11°C (52°F), recorded on August 11, 2010.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 0°C (32°F) (August 7, 2007).
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 Chañaral in August
For Chañaral in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Chañaral in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Chañaral 3-Day Forecast
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