August weather forecast
Artigas Base, Antarctica

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Winter in Artigas Base, Antarctica with rocks and icebergs afloat in the distance
Winter in Artigas Base, Antarctica with rocks and icebergs afloat in the distance

Weather in August

August in Artigas Base witnesses a resumption of the daylight, albeit in limited capacities. The immersive experience of observing the landscape transitioning in the Atarctic twilight is unparalleled. The severe weather conditions slowly start to recede, unwinding the intensifying cold. With daylight extending to 8.7 hours, a semblance of natural light begins to infiltrate the frozen desert. As sunshine remains absent, September promises a return to this yearned-for celestial element.

Temperature

The lowest level of Artigas Base's temperatures is noted during July through September, averaging a high-temperature of -56°C (-68.8°F).

Daylight

In Artigas Base, the average length of the day in August is 8h and 39min.
On the first day of August in Artigas Base, Antarctica, sunrise is at 00:22 and sunset at 07:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 22:52 and sunset at 08:59 NZST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Artigas Base, Antarctica, are April through August, with an average of 0h of sunshine.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Artigas Base. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 0 in August interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Artigas Base?

In Artigas Base, July through September are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of -56°C (-68.8°F).

How cold is it in Artigas Base in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Artigas Base, records -56°C (-68.8°F), while the low-temperature is -64°C (-83.2°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Artigas Base?

In Artigas Base, Antarctica, the average day length in August is 8h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Artigas Base?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 00:22 and sunset at 07:41. On the last day of the month, in Artigas Base, Antarctica, sunrise is at 22:52 and sunset at 08:59 NZST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Artigas Base?

The months with the least sunshine in Artigas Base, Antarctica, are April through August, with an average of 0h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Artigas Base have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 0h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Artigas Base?

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Artigas Base, Antarctica.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Artigas Base?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Artigas Base, Antarctica, is 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Artigas Base, Antarctica

Average temperature in August - Artigas Base, Antarctica
  • Average high temperature in August: -56°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (-26°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July, August and September (-56°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: -64°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (-29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (-64°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Artigas Base, Antarctica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Artigas Base, Antarctica
  • Average daylight in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 0h

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 20h).
The months with the least sunshine are April, May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 0h).

Average UV index in August
Artigas Base, Antarctica

Average UV index in August - Artigas Base, Antarctica
  • Average UV index in August: 0

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 0).

Artigas Base, Antarctica

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