What to pack for Buenos Aires in August
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 75%; max daily wind around 23 km/h.
How August compares
Best months in Buenos Aires: February–May & September–December. See the full best time to visit Buenos Aires guide.
Buenos Aires in August: the details
In August, Buenos Aires sees average daytime highs of 16°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Rainfall totals roughly 58 mm across 5.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.4 hours per day with 10.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 75%.
In context: August is the 10th-warmest month and the 9th-wettest in Buenos Aires. The sunniest month is December (12.4 h/day).
| Metric | August average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 8°C / 47°F |
| Rainfall | 58 mm over 5.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.4 h/day (10.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Travel score | 8.8 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Buenos Aires, Argentina (-34.61, -58.38) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Buenos Aires in August?
Daytime highs in Buenos Aires in August average 16°C (60°F); nights drop to about 8°C.
Does it rain in Buenos Aires in August?
Expect around 5.2 rainy days and 58 mm of rainfall in August.
Is August a good time to visit Buenos Aires?
August is one of the best months to visit Buenos Aires. Overall travel score: 8.8/10. The best months are February–May & September–December.
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