August weather forecastAntofagasta, Chile
August
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
The transition from July to August in Antofagasta sees an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.5°C (65.3°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Antofagasta, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 12.6°C (54.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 69%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are June through August, with an average 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.Note: Engaging in a swim in 14.6°C (58.3°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
In Antofagasta, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 19min.On the first day of August, 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
In Antofagasta, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Antofagasta, Chile
- 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
