August weather forecast
Chile

August in Chile signals the transition from winter towards spring, with weather conditions starting to moderate in some regions.

In the Atacama Desert to the north, August sees temperatures between 9°C (48.2°F) to 19°C (66.2°F) during the day. Nighttime temperatures continue to be chilly, often dropping to 3°C (37.4°F). The desert maintains its reputation for clear skies, providing optimal conditions for astronomical observations.

Central Chile, including Santiago and Valparaiso, experiences a slight increase in temperatures compared to July, ranging between 10°C (50°F) and 17°C (62.6°F) during the day and between 4°C (39.2°F) and 8°C (46.4°F) at night. Rainfall starts to decrease as the region begins its transition towards spring, but occasional showers can still occur.

In southern Chile, winter weather persists, but there is a gradual increase in temperatures. Cities like Puerto Montt in the Zona Sur and Punta Arenas in the Zona Austral witness temperatures from 1°C (33.8°F) to 9°C (48.2°F). While the weather remains largely unpredictable, there is a slight decrease in rainfall and wind intensity, and daylight hours start to increase.

In the Andean region, temperatures in August vary between -3°C (26.6°F) and 6°C (42.8°F). Skiing conditions remain excellent, with regular snowfall, though it starts to decrease towards the end of the month, signalling the end of the peak ski season.

On Easter Island, August sees temperatures ranging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 23°C (73.4°F). The weather continues to stay relatively dry, with only occasional showers. Despite the cooler temperatures, conditions remain favourable for exploring the island's natural and cultural attractions.

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• Santiago - August »
  On the first day of August sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 18:04. In Santiago, Chile, in August, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
• Valparaíso - August »
  On the last day of August, in Valparaíso, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:28 -04. In Valparaíso, in August, during 4 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Concepción - August »
  The month with the coldest seawater in Concepción is August, with an average sea temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F). As Concepción strides into August, a slight rise in temperature to 12.8°C (55°F) is registered, hinting towards the conclusion of the colder months.
• La Serena - August »
  With an average sea temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in La Serena, Chile. On the first day of August in La Serena sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:13.
• Antofagasta - August »
  August is the month with the coldest seawater in Antofagasta with an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F). August is the last month it rains in Antofagasta, Chile.
• Temuco - August »
  In Temuco, Chile, during August, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation. On the first day of August in Temuco sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 18:01.
• Rancagua - August »
  In Rancagua during August, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. On the last day of August, in Rancagua sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:24 -04.
• Iquique - August »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Iquique are July and August, with an average sea temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F). The months with the lowest humidity in Iquique are January, August through December, with an average relative humidity of 73%.
• Talca - August »
  In Talca in August, during 10.5 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The transition from a cold July to a more comfortable weather state in August sums up the summary of Talca's climate trend for this month.
• Arica - August »
  With an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Arica, Chile. August is the month with the coldest seawater in Arica, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).
• Puerto Montt - August »
  July and August, with an average sea temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Puerto Montt, Chile. In Puerto Montt in August, during 21.7 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Chillán - August »
  On the first day of August in Chillán sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of August, in Chillán, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:27 -04.