Atacama Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Atacama, Chile in August.

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Copiapó Chañaral Caldera Bahia Inglesa

Planning a getaway to Atacama, Chile 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 to Expect in Atacama in August

Atacama, Chile is a region in Chile. August in Atacama generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Bahia Inglesa at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Copiapó at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Copiapó and 11°C (52°F) in Bahia Inglesa.

For specific regional insights in Atacama, Chile, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Piedra Colgada with an average of 3.6 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Vallenar with 9.9 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Copiapó typically receives 220 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Atacama by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Atacama - and find the best time to visit. (based on Copiapó)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March26°C (79°F) April25°C (77°F) May23°C (73°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August22°C (72°F) September23°C (73°F) October24°C (75°F) November25°C (77°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Atacama in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Atacama.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Atacama

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Atacama, Chile?

Temperature range in Atacama (August)

Precipitation variation in Atacama (August)

Copiapó

In August Copiapó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
220 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Copiapó →

Chañaral

In August Chañaral generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Chañaral →

Caldera

In August Caldera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
220 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Caldera →

Bahia Inglesa

In August Bahia Inglesa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
220 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Bahia Inglesa →

Vallenar

In August Vallenar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Vallenar →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Atacama in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copiapó 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Chañaral 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Caldera 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Bahia Inglesa 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Vallenar 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Piedra Colgada 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 3.6 mm (0.1 in)

Atacama weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Atacama, Chile in August?

Atacama, Chile typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Copiapó average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Atacama, Chile in August?

In Copiapó, the average daytime high in August is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Atacama, Chile get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Copiapó averages just 3.7 mm (0.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Atacama, Chile.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Atacama, Chile?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Atacama, Chile with overall excellent weather in Copiapó. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Atacama, Chile is in with generally excellent weather in Copiapó.

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