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Santiago in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Santiago in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Santiago in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
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Rainy
Santiago in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +32°C and roughly 3 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 21 rainy days with an average precipitation of 76 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Santiago;

Average weather

☀️
+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santiago has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Santiago in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santiago for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +33°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +34°C during the day and a minimum of +25°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +34°C.

Is Santiago warm or cold in August?

Santiago is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is the hottest month in Santiago, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Santiago in August

Santiago weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+32°C+32°C+31°C
Min. temperature
+22°C+22°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+36°C+36°C
Rainfall
52 mm76 mm104 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
75%76%78%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
331
Cloudy days
643
Rainy days
192122
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +32°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 52 mm to 76 mm. Humidity rises from 75% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Santiago in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Santiago based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 67 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Santiago wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 104 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 29% chance of precipitation and 10 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Santiago?

This is the weather in Santiago in August 2024:
1 August
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+34°C
2 August
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+33°C
3 August
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+33°C
4 August
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+33°C
5 August
☀️
+32°C
6 August
☁️
+33°C
7 August
☀️
+34°C
8 August
☀️
+33°C
9 August
☁️
+32°C
10 August
☁️
+33°C
11 August
☁️
+31°C
12 August
☁️
+33°C
13 August
☀️
+34°C
14 August
☁️
+33°C
15 August
☀️
+34°C
16 August
☀️
+34°C
17 August
☀️
+34°C
18 August
☁️
+32°C
19 August
☁️
+34°C
20 August
☁️
+34°C
21 August
☀️
+34°C
22 August
☀️
+33°C
23 August
☁️
+32°C
24 August
☁️
+33°C
25 August
☀️
+34°C
26 August
☁️
+32°C
27 August
☁️
+32°C
28 August
☁️
+32°C
29 August
☀️
+33°C
30 August
☁️
+33°C
31 August
☀️
+34°C
In August 2024 Santiago had 15 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Santiago climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Santiago in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+29°C) and the highest in 1990 (+31°C). The driest year was 2004 with only 403 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1987 with 1025 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santiago in August:

Is August a good time to visit Santiago?

It’s always a good time to visit Santiago, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Santiago in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Santiago. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Santiago rainy in August?

Santiago is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Santiago in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Santiago in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Santiago

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santiago, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.