Calchaquí Valleys Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in August.

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Cafayate Tafí del Valle Cachí Molinos

Considering a trip to the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Calchaquí Valleys in August

The Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina is a region in Argentina. August in the Calchaquí Valleys generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Cachí at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in San Carlos at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in San Carlos and -1°C (30°F) in Cachí.

To explore the conditions in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Carlos with an average of 8.6 mm (0.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Tafí del Valle with 55 mm (2.2 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Calchaquí Valleys in August

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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 the Calchaquí Valleys

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina?

Temperature range in the Calchaquí Valleys (August)

Precipitation variation in the Calchaquí Valleys (August)

Cafayate

In August Cafayate generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cafayate →

Tafí del Valle

In August Tafí del Valle generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
234 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tafí del Valle →

Cachí

In August Cachí generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cachí →

Molinos

In August Molinos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Molinos →

Angastaco

In August Angastaco generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Angastaco →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Calchaquí Valleys in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cafayate 19°C (66°F) 3°C (37°F) 9.7 mm (0.4 in)
Tafí del Valle 16°C (61°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Cachí 16°C (61°F) -1°C (30°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Molinos 18°C (64°F) 1°C (34°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Angastaco 19°C (66°F) 2°C (36°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
San Carlos 20°C (68°F) 4°C (39°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)

The Calchaquí Valleys weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in August?

August in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina brings perfect weather. In Cafayate, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in August?

Cafayate averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina during August, with Cafayate averaging close to 9.7 mm (0.4 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina. Typically, the climate in Cafayate is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Cafayate.

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