August weather forecast and climate
El Calafate, Argentina

August, the last month of the winter, in El Calafate, is a chilly month, with average temperature varying between 6.6°C (43.9°F) and -1.2°C (29.8°F).

Temperature

In El Calafate, Argentina, the average high-temperature is 6.6°C (43.9°F), and the average low-temperature is -1.2°C (29.8°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in El Calafate is 70%.

Rainfall

In El Calafate, during August, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 21.1mm (0.8") of precipitation. In El Calafate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65 days and collects up to 209.4mm (8.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through October are months with snowfall in El Calafate, Argentina.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in El Calafate, Argentina, is 10h.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in El Calafate. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from the exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
The average daily UV index of 1 transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.