Chile (Easter Island) · August
Low seasonChile · South America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 27° (81°)24– (75–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)25– (77–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)14– (57–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 |
🌊Water Temp | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 22° (72°) | 21° (70°) | 21° (70°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d88mm (3.5") | 4d53mm (2.1") | 8d71mm (2.8") | 7d106mm (4.2") | 9d120mm (4.7") | 9d121mm (4.8") | 7d98mm (3.9") | 7d82mm (3.2") | 7d76mm (3.0") | 6d65mm (2.5") | 7d60mm (2.4") | 5d74mm (2.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August in Chile (Easter Island) at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are January, February, March, April, and December.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 82 mm (3.2 in) total. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
The cool half of the year: the wind freshens, the sea is rough and it is too cool for swimming. The island belongs to walkers and archaeology fans, horses graze freely, and clouds and rainbows give the statues dramatic light. In midwinter a rain jacket is worth packing.
Packing list for Chile (Easter Island) in August
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Chile (Easter Island)?
- August is not an optimal month for Chile (Easter Island) (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, and December.
- How warm is it in Chile (Easter Island) in August?
- In August, Chile (Easter Island) sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Chile (Easter Island) in August?
- In August, Chile (Easter Island) receives an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Chile (Easter Island) get in August?
- Chile (Easter Island) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Chile (Easter Island) in August?
- Water temperature in Chile (Easter Island) in August averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
