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Salta Weather in August
Thinking of visiting Salta in August? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Salta in August
Rain is expected on roughly 2 days, totalling around 50 mm (2 in) for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to arrive as a fairly heavy shower rather than light drizzle.
Temperature in Salta in August
August is a excellent month in Salta, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Salta in August
The month enjoys around 207 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Salta Temperature in August
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
50 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
62%
Sunshine
207 hours
Percentage Sunshine
57%
Salta Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salta typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in August
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in August
Historical weather records for Salta in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salta historical weather extremes in August
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Salta from 1976 through 2026.
- The hottest August day on record in Salta reached 37°C (99°F) (August 7, 2015).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was -5°C (23°F) (August 10, 2013).
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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).
What to Wear in Salta in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Salta in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Salta 3-Day Forecast
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