Argentina (Patagonia) · August
Low seasonArgentina · South America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 19° | 19° | 16° | 13° | 9° | 6° | 5° | 7° | 11° | 14° | 16° | 18° |
MINMIN | 8° | 8° | 6° | 3° | 0° | -2° | -3° | -1° | 0° | 3° | 5° | 8° |
☀️Sunshine | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 4 | 4h UV 2 | 3h UV 2 | 4h UV 2 | 5h UV 3 | 8h UV 5 | 10h UV 7 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 7 |
🌧Rain Days | 4d29mm | 4d27mm | 5d34mm | 6d34mm | 6d45mm | 5d30mm | 5d33mm | 5d30mm | 4d23mm | 3d22mm | 4d33mm | 4d25mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in Argentina (Patagonia) is on the cool side — with highs around 7°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 7°C during the day and drop to -2°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (30 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Argentina (Patagonia) in August
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Argentina (Patagonia)?
- August is not an optimal month for Argentina (Patagonia) (Score: 35/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Argentina (Patagonia) in August?
- In August, Argentina (Patagonia) sees daily highs of 7°C. Nights cool to -2°C, with a daily average of 2°C.
- How much rain falls in Argentina (Patagonia) in August?
- In August, Argentina (Patagonia) receives an average of 30 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Argentina (Patagonia) get in August?
- Argentina (Patagonia) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
