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El Bolsón Weather in August
August in El Bolsón brings low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights dropping to -2°C (28°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in El Bolsón in August
As part of the rainy season, El Bolsón sees around 12 days of rain in August, with an average of 198 mm (7.8 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in El Bolsón in August
In August, El Bolsón gets low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to around -2°C (28°F). This month falls in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights are well below freezing at -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit El Bolsón. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
El Bolsón Temperature in August
Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
198 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
El Bolsón Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for El Bolsón in August
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El Bolsón historical weather extremes in August
Based on weather observations in El Bolsón between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
- The hottest August day on record in El Bolsón reached 18°C (64°F) (August 17, 2014).
- El Bolsón experienced its chilliest August day on August 1, 2006, reaching only -2°C (28°F).
- El Bolsón registered its coldest August night on August 3, 2010, with temperatures dropping to -16°C (3°F).
- The wettest August day on record brought 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation to El Bolsón (August 29, 2013).
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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 El Bolsón in August
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in El Bolsón in August. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in El Bolsón in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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