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Magallanes Weather in August

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

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Puerto Natales Punta Arenas Torres del Paine Porvenir

Considering a trip to Magallanes, Chile 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 Magallanes in August

Magallanes, Chile is a region in Chile. Magallanes, Chile has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect cold temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Torres del Paine to 7°C (45°F) in Punta Arenas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Punta Arenas and -3°C (27°F) in Torres del Paine.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Magallanes, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Porvenir with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Torres del Paine with 252 mm (9.9 in).

Explore Magallanes by month

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

January15°C (59°F) February15°C (59°F) March14°C (57°F) April11°C (52°F) May7°C (45°F) June4°C (39°F) July4°C (39°F) August6°C (43°F) This monthSeptember8°C (46°F) October11°C (52°F) November12°C (54°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Magallanes in August

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

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 Magallanes

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

Temperature range in Magallanes (August)

Precipitation variation in Magallanes (August)

Puerto Natales

In August Puerto Natales generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Puerto Natales →

Punta Arenas

In August Punta Arenas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Punta Arenas →

Torres del Paine

In August Torres del Paine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
252 mm (9.9 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Torres del Paine →

Porvenir

In August Porvenir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
116 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Porvenir →

El Toro

In August El Toro generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in El Toro →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Natales 6°C (43°F) -1°C (30°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Punta Arenas 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Torres del Paine 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)
Porvenir 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 52 mm (2 in)
El Toro 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Magallanes weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Magallanes, Chile brings less favorable weather. In Puerto Natales, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Natales peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in August, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Magallanes, Chile get a lot of snow/rain in August?

Puerto Natales typically receives notable snow/rainfall in August, about 109 mm (4.3 in) on average across Magallanes, Chile.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Magallanes, Chile?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Magallanes, Chile with often less favorable weather in Puerto Natales.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly mixed weather in Puerto Natales.

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