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Santa Cruz Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August.

Planning a trip to Santa Cruz, Argentina this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Santa Cruz in August

Santa Cruz, Argentina is a region in Argentina. In August, Santa Cruz experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. During August, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in El Chaltén at 2°C (36°F) to mild in Caleta Olivia at 13°C (55°F). At night it cools down to 4°C (39°F) in Caleta Olivia and -5°C (23°F) in El Chaltén. In numerous regions in Argentina, August is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To explore the conditions in Santa Cruz, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto Deseado with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in El Chaltén with 187 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In El Calafate, you can expect around 140 hours of sunlight in August, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Santa Cruz by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santa Cruz — and find the best time to visit. (based on El Calafate)

Best Places to Visit in Santa Cruz in August

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

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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 Santa Cruz

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

Temperature range in Santa Cruz (August)

Precipitation variation in Santa Cruz (August)

El Calafate

In August El Calafate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
140 hours
169 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

El Chaltén

In August El Chaltén generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
148 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Río Gallegos

In August Río Gallegos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
107 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Los Antiguos

In August Los Antiguos 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 poor that month.

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
115 hours
162 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Deseado

In August Puerto Deseado generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
119 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
El Calafate 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
El Chaltén 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Río Gallegos 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Los Antiguos 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Puerto Deseado 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Caleta Olivia 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)

Santa Cruz weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August?

Santa Cruz, Argentina typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in El Calafate average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -3°C (27°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August?

In El Calafate, the average daytime high in August is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -3°C (27°F).

Does Santa Cruz, Argentina get a lot of snow/rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Santa Cruz, Argentina during August, with El Calafate averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Santa Cruz, Argentina?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in El Calafate, August may not be the ideal time to visit Santa Cruz, Argentina.

On average, the best time to visit Santa Cruz, Argentina is in January, February and December with generally tolerable weather in El Calafate. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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