August · Argentina
Best time to visit Salta in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salta in August
Average temperature 11°C, 1 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 40% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.1/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 40%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Salta scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 11°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salta's colonial squares and Andean trains open Argentina's north-west canyon country.
August is one of the strongest months in Salta (3rd)
Expect 11°C (53°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Salta at 9.1/10 (3rd of 12), just behind October at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salta in August?
- In August, Salta averages 11°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Salta?
- August earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salta in August?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 40% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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