August weather forecast
Punta del Este, Uruguay

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Weather in August

The arrival of August signals winter's gradual exit from Punta del Este. Temperatures begin to inch up from their mid-year lows, though the sea maintains its cooler presence. Rainfall during August measures 63mm (2.48"), a slight decline from the preceding month. While noticeably frigid, this month also signals the start of the forthcoming spring revival. It's a time characterized by soothing tranquillity in contrast to the lively summer excitement.

Temperature

The commencement of August notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.3°C (57.7°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Punta del Este experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F) throughout August.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout August, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated. In Punta del Este, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 714mm (28.11") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Punta del Este, the average seawater temperature in August is 11.9°C (53.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 11.9°C (53.4°F) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Punta del Este, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:20 -03.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. 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: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during August morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Punta del Este?

Punta del Este in August has an average high-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Punta del Este, in August, during 10.2 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in August?

In Punta del Este, the average seawater temperature in August is 11.9°C (53.4°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:20 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does Punta del Este have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average temperature in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average high temperature in August: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average pressure in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average wind speed in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average wind speed in August: 20.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (19.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average humidity in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average rainfall in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average rainfall in August: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average rainfall days in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (10.2 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average sea temperature in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average sea temperature in August: 11.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (11.8°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average sunshine days in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average UV index in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average cloud cover in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in August
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Average visibility in August - Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • 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).

Punta del Este, Uruguay

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