Weather in August in Patagonia
Considering a trip to Patagonia this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Patagonia in August?
Patagonia is a region in Argentina. August in Patagonia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with low precipitation. During August, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Comodoro Rivadavia at 12°C to mild in Santa Rosa at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Santa Rosa and 4°C in Comodoro Rivadavia.For a closer look at conditions across Patagonia, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Neuquén with an average of 14 mm to low rainfall in Santa Rosa with 28 mm.Average sunshine
The city Puerto Madryn usually sees around 147 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Patagonia climate page.
Where to go in Patagonia in August
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Patagonia?
Puerto Madryn
In August Puerto Madryn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Neuquén
In August Neuquén generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Trelew
In August Trelew generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Comodoro Rivadavia
In August Comodoro Rivadavia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
General Roca
In August General Roca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Patagonia, in Argentina.
Is August the best time to visit Patagonia?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Patagonia with often pleasant weather in Puerto Madryn.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Puerto Madryn.
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