What August feels like in Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, August brings late winter (Buenos Aires is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Buenos Aires in August
Rain turns up now and then — about one day in 5. Rain tends to come in heavy bursts: about 10.4 mm (0.4 in) on an average rainy day. That is close to Buenos Aires's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 11.5 mm). It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 7:35 am and sets around 6:22 pm local time, giving 10 h 47 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 46 min more daylight than in mid-July. Measured sunshine covers about 76% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How August compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, August comes out as the 3rd coolest month in Buenos Aires. Compared with July, afternoons are 1.8°C (3.2°F) warmer, with 4 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into September. The next month's average high: 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Buenos Aires in August
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
A light jacket or knit layer is enough for most of the day.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Buenos Aires in August?
Expect around 15.6°C (60.1°F) in the afternoon and 8.7°C (47.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Buenos Aires in August?
Only moderately: roughly 6 wet days and 62 mm, usually moderate rain.
What should I wear in Buenos Aires in August?
Based on the averages: rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is August or September better for visiting Buenos Aires?
August, clearly: it ranks #5 of 12 among Buenos Aires's months, against #8 for the other. September is warmer and has more rainy days.