Vicuña, Chile — Weather in August 2026

Monthly climate averages for Vicuña, Chile. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

BSh Hot Semi-Arid
8.1 /10
Good

August is a good month in Vicuña

Climate Overview

Vicuña, Chile in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 20.6°C (69°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Winter.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout August, with daily highs around 21°C (70°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 9.3h of sunshine at the start of August, increasing to 10.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 12th, averaging 21.4°C (71°F).

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
21°C / 9°C
Feels Like
20°C / 5°C
Rain
4 days · 32 mm
Sunshine
9.8h / day
Humidity
49% — Comfortable
Wind
7 km/h
Wind Direction
E (84°)
Gusts
30 km/h
Daylight
11.1 h
Cloud Cover
26%
Clear Sky Days
18.2
UV Index
5.4 — High
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%
Snow Days
2 days · 6.9 cm
Frost Days
1 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

28°C 24°C 20°C 16°C 12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 3 6 9 12 15 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:16
Daylight 11h
Sunset 18:19

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 21°C (69°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 20°C
Rain
2days (7 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.9h Excellent
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
10 Very High
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February best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 20°C
Rain
2days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
9.4 Very High
View Details
March best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 19°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
56% Moderate
UV
8.2 Very High
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April best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 15°C
Rain
2days (16 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
6.3 High
View Details
May
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 13°C
Feels Like
21°C / 10°C
Rain
4days (28 mm) Good
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
4.7 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
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June
Good
Temp
19°C / 7°C
Feels Like
18°C / 4°C
Rain
5days (42 mm) Good
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
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July
Good
Temp
20°C / 7°C
Feels Like
18°C / 4°C
Rain
3days (27 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
47% Moderate
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
View Details
August
Good
Temp
21°C / 9°C
Feels Like
20°C / 5°C
Rain
4days (32 mm) Good
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
Snow Days
2days
View Details
September
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
22°C / 9°C
Rain
3days (11 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
7.1 Very High
Snow Days
1days
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October best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
3days (15 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
52% Moderate
UV
8.5 Very High
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November
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 17°C
Feels Like
27°C / 16°C
Rain
2days (8 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.7h Excellent
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
9.5 Very High
View Details
December
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 18°C
Feels Like
29°C / 18°C
Rain
2days (8 mm) Excellent
Sun
13.1h Excellent
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
10 Very High
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January best 27°C / 19°C 30°C / 20°C 2days (7 mm) Excellent 12.9h Excellent 58% Moderate 10 Very High Excellent View Details
February best 28°C / 19°C 30°C / 20°C 2days (6 mm) Excellent 12.2h Excellent 59% Moderate 9.4 Very High Excellent View Details
March best 27°C / 19°C 29°C / 19°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 11.4h Excellent 56% Moderate 8.2 Very High Excellent View Details
April best 24°C / 16°C 25°C / 15°C 2days (16 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 54% Moderate 6.3 High Excellent View Details
May 22°C / 13°C 21°C / 10°C 4days (28 mm) Good 8.9h Good 49% Moderate 4.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
June 19°C / 7°C 18°C / 4°C 5days (42 mm) Good 8.4h Good 49% Moderate 4 Moderate Good View Details
July 20°C / 7°C 18°C / 4°C 3days (27 mm) Excellent 9.1h Good 47% Moderate 4.4 Moderate Good View Details
August 21°C / 9°C 20°C / 5°C 4days (32 mm) Good 9.8h Good 49% Moderate 5.4 High Good View Details
September 22°C / 11°C 22°C / 9°C 3days (11 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 51% Moderate 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 24°C / 14°C 25°C / 13°C 3days (15 mm) Excellent 11.6h Excellent 52% Moderate 8.5 Very High Excellent View Details
November 26°C / 17°C 27°C / 16°C 2days (8 mm) Excellent 12.7h Excellent 53% Moderate 9.5 Very High Excellent View Details
December 27°C / 18°C 29°C / 18°C 2days (8 mm) Excellent 13.1h Excellent 55% Moderate 10 Very High Excellent View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Warm evening layerSunscreen (SPF 30+)SunglassesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically good for visiting Vicuña, with average highs of 21°C (69°F) and around 4 rainy days. Vicuña, Chile in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 20.6°C (69°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between da
Vicuña typically sees around 4 rainy days in August with 32 mm (1.3 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Vicuña during August are cool at around 9°C (47°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 21°C (69°F) and lows of 9°C (47°F) in August, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
August is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Vicuña. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Vicuña during August is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Vicuña gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Vicuña typically sees around 2 snow days in August with roughly 7 cm (3 in) of snowfall.

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