Weather for Antofagasta in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +68°F during the day, and approximately 12 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 7 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
7 mm
Total precipitation
91%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antofagasta has good weather in August.
Average temperature in Antofagasta in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antofagasta for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in August is +72°F with a maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +59°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +66°F.
Is Antofagasta warm or cold in August?
Antofagasta is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +68°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +55°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is one of the coolest months in Antofagasta, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Antofagasta in August
Water in Antofagasta in August is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +62°F, with an average of +59°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +68°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Antofagasta are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +71°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in Antofagasta in August?
We would not recommend swimming in Antofagasta in August, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Antofagasta in August
Antofagasta weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+68°F
+68°F
+68°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+46°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+81°F
+79°F
Rainfall
10 mm
7 mm
5 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+59°F
+60°F
Humidity
90%
91%
91%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
12
12
12
Cloudy days
10
10
10
Rainy days
9
8
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as good as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +68°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 10 mm to 7 mm.Humidity rises from 90% to 91%.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 12 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Antofagasta in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Antofagasta is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last August in Antofagasta?
This is the weather in Antofagasta in August 2023:
1 August
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+72°F
2 August
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+71°F
3 August
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+70°F
4 August
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+72°F
5 August
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+71°F
6 August
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+72°F
7 August
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+70°F
8 August
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+72°F
9 August
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+71°F
10 August
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+71°F
11 August
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+70°F
12 August
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+69°F
13 August
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+72°F
14 August
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+71°F
15 August
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+72°F
16 August
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+70°F
17 August
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+70°F
18 August
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+73°F
19 August
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+76°F
20 August
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+75°F
21 August
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+71°F
22 August
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+72°F
23 August
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+70°F
24 August
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+69°F
25 August
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+70°F
26 August
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+71°F
27 August
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+71°F
28 August
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+72°F
29 August
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+69°F
30 August
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+70°F
31 August
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+66°F
In August 2023 Antofagasta had 14 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 92%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Antofagasta climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Antofagasta in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2022 (+69°F) and the highest in 1997 (+74°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 25 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1991 with 128 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antofagasta in August:
Is August a good time to visit Antofagasta?
August is a really good time to go to Antofagasta. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Antofagasta.
Can you sunbathe in Antofagasta in August?
August has mild temperatures in Antofagasta. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Antofagasta in August?
Swimming in Antofagasta in August is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Antofagasta rainy in August?
Antofagasta is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Antofagasta in August?
The amount of sunny days in Antofagasta during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antofagasta, 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.