August · Chile
Best time to visit San Pedro de Atacama in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in San Pedro de Atacama in August
Average temperature 11°C, 0 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 11%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in San Pedro de Atacama scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
San Pedro de Atacama is the base for the Atacama's geysers, salt flats and stargazing skies.
August is one of the strongest months in San Pedro de Atacama (10th)
August averages 11°C (52°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in San Pedro de Atacama (10th of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in San Pedro de Atacama in August?
- In August, San Pedro de Atacama averages 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit San Pedro de Atacama?
- August earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in San Pedro de Atacama in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 11% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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