August · Argentina
Best time to visit Puerto Madryn in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Madryn in August
Average temperature 7°C, 14 mm of rain, about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.5/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 14 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 4
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Puerto Madryn scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 7°C, 14 mm of rain, and roughly 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puerto Madryn is the base for Península Valdés's whales, sea lions and elephant seals.
August in Puerto Madryn: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 7°C (45°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 14 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Puerto Madryn — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Madryn in August?
- In August, Puerto Madryn averages 7°C, 14 mm of rain, and about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Puerto Madryn?
- August earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Puerto Madryn in August?
- Expect about 14 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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