August weather forecast
Antofagasta, Chile

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Weather in August

August in Antofagasta presents a twofold affair. Another set of highs and lows unfold as temperatures rise slightly while the pressure dips to 1015.1mb. Outdoor aficionados find delight in the return of warm conditions. Worth noting is the consistency in climatological parameters such as humidity, cloud cover, and visibility. August ushers in an inviting atmosphere with its mild weather.

Temperature

Antofagasta indicates an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.5°C (65.3°F) in August, showing minor variation from July's 18.3°C (64.9°F). Antofagasta, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 12.6°C (54.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 69%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are June through August, with an average 1mm (0.04") of rainfall.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Antofagasta.
Note: Immersing oneself in 14.6°C (58.3°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Antofagasta, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:30 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Antofagasta?

In August, in Antofagasta, the average high-temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.6°C (54.7°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Antofagasta?

In Antofagasta, the average relative humidity in August is 69%.

What is the wettest month in Antofagasta?

The months with the most rainfall in Antofagasta, Chile, are June through August, with an average 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the last month it rains in Antofagasta?

August is the last month it rains in Antofagasta, Chile. During 0.5 rainfall days, in August, Antofagasta aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Antofagasta?

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Antofagasta, Chile, with an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Antofagasta?

In August, the average sea temperature in Antofagasta, Chile, is 14.6°C (58.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August in Antofagasta?

In Antofagasta, Chile, the average day length in August is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Antofagasta?

On the first day of August in Antofagasta, Chile, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:30 -04.

How many hours of sunshine does Antofagasta have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Antofagasta, Chile, is 9.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Antofagasta?

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Antofagasta.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Antofagasta?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Antofagasta is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average temperature in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.6°C).

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Average pressure in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average pressure in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average wind speed in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (10.9km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average humidity in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average humidity in August: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).

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Average rainfall in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall days in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (1.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sea temperature in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in August: 14.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sunshine days in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average UV index in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average cloud cover in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in August: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in August
Antofagasta, Chile

Average visibility in August - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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Antofagasta, Chile

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