August weather forecast
Viña del Mar, Chile

August

Weather in August

August signifies the progression of winter, yet the climatic conditions improve with a noticeable increase in the sea temperature. The rainfall drops further, maintaining pleasant weather for outdoor activities. Even the daylight hours start to increase, allowing more exploration time for locals and tourists. The city continues to shine under low cloud cover despite the lower temperatures. Wind gusts remain relatively constant at 19.3km/h (12mph), presenting a constant, gentle, and refreshing breeze.

Temperature

At the onset of August, Viña del Mar records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.7°C (62.1°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. Throughout August, Viña del Mar witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Viña del Mar, Chile, in August, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 33.7 rainfall days, and 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).
Note: Navigating the 13.2°C (55.8°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:28 -04.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?
The high-temperature, in August, in Viña del Mar, is 16.7°C (62.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 8.5°C (47.3°F).
What is the most humid month?
The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 72%.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 72%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Viña del Mar, in August, during 5.1 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the water temperature in August?
In Viña del Mar, the average seawater temperature in August is 13.2°C (55.8°F). Swimming in 13.2°C (55.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Viña del Mar have in August?
In Viña del Mar, the average day length in August is 10h and 57min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:28 -04.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In Viña del Mar, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average temperature in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average high temperature in August: 16.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average pressure in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average pressure in August: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average wind speed in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average humidity in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (66%).

Average rainfall in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average rainfall in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall in August: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average rainfall days in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average sea temperature in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in August: 13.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average sunshine days in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (22.7 days).

Average UV index in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average UV index in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average cloud cover in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August - Viña del Mar, Chile
Average visibility in August
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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