August weather forecastValdivia, Chile

August

Weather in August

As August arrives in Valdivia, temperatures nudge up slightly, marking a gentle shift towards spring. However, the overall coolness of weather continues from July with temperatures around 12°C (53.6°F). The city experiences a drop in rainfall, hinting at the upcoming dry season. With the humidity beginning its descent, the atmospheric moisture stagnates, providing the environment with a crisp coolness. The lengthening daylight suggests the arrival of longer, brighter days, gradually breaking away from the winter spell.

Temperature

Valdivia notes an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12°C (53.6°F) in August, hardly diverging from July. Valdivia, during the month of August, experiences an average low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Valdivia is 83%.

Rainfall

In Valdivia, in August, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 212mm (8.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Valdivia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177 days and collects up to 1788mm (70.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Valdivia are July through October, with an average sea temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).
Note: Dipping into 12°C (53.6°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Valdivia is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of August in Valdivia, Chile, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:29 -04.

Sunshine

In Valdivia, Chile, the average sunshine in August is 3.5h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during August translates into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during August is 12°C (53.6°F) and the low-temperature is 4.5°C (40.1°F).

In Valdivia, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

In Valdivia, Chile, during August, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 212mm (8.35") of precipitation.

The months with the coldest seawater in Valdivia are July through October, with an average sea temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).

In Valdivia, Chile, the average seawater temperature in August is 12°C (53.6°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.

The average day length in August in Valdivia is 10h and 37min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Valdivia, Chile, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:29 -04.

The average sunshine duration in August in Valdivia is 3.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Valdivia is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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14.3°C

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Average temperature in August
Valdivia, Chile

Average high temperature in August: 12°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.5°C).

Average low temperature in August: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.5°C).

Average humidity in August
Valdivia, Chile

Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

Average rainfall in August
Valdivia, Chile

Average rainfall in August: 212.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (325.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (46mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Valdivia, Chile

Average rainfall days in August: 21 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Valdivia, Chile

Average sea temperature in August: 12°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (12°C).

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

Average daylight in August: 10h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine in August: 3h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).