La Serena weather in August (Coquimbo Region, Chile)

Curious about the August weather in La Serena? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In La Serena, August is characterized by moderate temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

La Serena in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 1 day of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 173 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized La Serena climate page with graphs.

 

La Serena, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 173 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Chile in August

Find out more about the weather in Chile in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in La Serena in August?

For visitors traveling to La Serena, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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