August weather forecastSalta, Argentina

August
Weather in August
As Salta embarks into August, the weather shows an upward trend in the temperature scale, parting ways from the colder previous months. The humidity starts to recover, yet continues to be on the lower side relative to the early part of the year. August is noteworthy for the increased wind speed, blowing at an average gait of 8.5km/h (5.3mph). The following months herald an increase in rainfall and circulation of moist air that promises heftier precipitation.Temperature
As August arrives, Salta's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from July's enjoyable 16.5°C (61.7°F) to a still refreshing 19.6°C (67.3°F). August nights indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 48%, August is the least humid month in Salta.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Salta are July and August Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of rain.Snowfall
In Salta, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.Daylight
In Salta, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 17min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:58 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:10 -03.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In Salta, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Average temperature in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average high temperature in August: 19.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 7.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average pressure in August: 1017.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average humidity in August: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).
Average rainfall in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average rainfall in August: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 18min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average cloud cover in August: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Salta, Argentina
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).








