August Rainfall and Precipitation in Santa Cruz
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Santa Cruz precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Santa Cruz, Argentina receive in August?
El Calafate sees moderate snow/rainfall in August, averaging around 66 mm (2.6 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August?
On average, El Calafate has about 6 days days of rain in August.
Is August part of the rainy season in Santa Cruz, Argentina?
Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Santa Cruz, Argentina.
What is the wettest city in August in Santa Cruz, Argentina?
Based on our records, El Chaltén receives the most snow/rainfall in Santa Cruz, Argentina in August, averaging about 187 mm (7.4 in).
What is the driest city in August in Santa Cruz, Argentina?
The driest place is Puerto Deseado with an average rainfall of 18 mm (0.7 in) according to our data.
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