August is a cold and very dry time for sunbathing in Chile and not really recommended. August is too cold for swimming in Chile for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Chile in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Chile in August is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Chile in August is 12°. The average temperature ranges is 11° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Chile in August is 8°. The minimum temperature is 7° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Chile in August are 11 and there are 5 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Chile in August is typically 6.8 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Chile in August is 10.2° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in Chile in August is 0.1cm and on average there are 2.2 rainy days in August making it a very dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Chile in August is 10° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Chile in August is typically 92.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.9% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Chile in August is typically 77.7%. The average relative humidity is 76.9% in the previous month and 74.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Chile in August is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 19kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Chile in August is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Chile in August is from the West.
