August weather forecast
La Serena, Chile

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Weather in August

August signals the initiation of the departure from winter in La Serena. The highest temperature receives a slight increase to 17.9°C (64.2°F), and the warmth continues to creep back into the ocean with a rise in sea temperature. Coinciding with the elongation in daylight hours, the number of rainfall days tend to decrease. Nonetheless, the consistent humidity level and gentle wind speeds help in maintaining a stable weather condition. Overall, August serves as a transition month, shifting slowly from winter coolness towards early spring conditions.

Temperature

With the start of August, La Serena measures an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F), not significantly differing from July's 17.1°C (62.8°F). August is noted for a mean low-temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in La Serena is 59%.

Rainfall

August is the last month it rains in La Serena. During 1.1 rainfall days, in August, La Serena aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In La Serena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 13 days and collects up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 13.4°C (56.1°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.

Daylight

In La Serena, Chile, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:29 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in La Serena?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 17.9°C (64.2°F) and 11.5°C (52.7°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in La Serena?

The average relative humidity in August is 59%.

What is the last month it rains in La Serena?

August is the last month it rains. During 1.1 rainfall days, in August, La Serena aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

When is the sea coldest in La Serena?

With an average sea temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in La Serena, Chile.

What is the water temperature in August in La Serena?

In August, the average sea temperature in La Serena is 13.4°C (56.1°F). Swimming in 13.4°C (56.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in August in La Serena?

In August, the average day length in La Serena is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in La Serena?

On the first day of August in La Serena, Chile, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:29 -04.

How many hours of sunshine does La Serena have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in La Serena is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in La Serena?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in La Serena is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
La Serena, Chile

Average temperature in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.8°C).

Average pressure in August
La Serena, Chile

Average pressure in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
La Serena, Chile

Average wind speed in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
La Serena, Chile

Average humidity in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average humidity in August: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in August
La Serena, Chile

Average rainfall in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (14mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, April, September and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
La Serena, Chile

Average rainfall days in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (2.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in August
La Serena, Chile

Average sea temperature in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in August: 13.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.4°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
La Serena, Chile

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
La Serena, Chile

Average sunshine days in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.3 days).

Average UV index in August
La Serena, Chile

Average UV index in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
La Serena, Chile

Average cloud cover in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
La Serena, Chile

Average visibility in August - La Serena, Chile
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

La Serena, Chile

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