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La Serena in August
The weather in August
In August, La Serena averages daytime highs of 18° and night-time lows of 10° — mild weather by day. Expect around 18 mm of precipitation spread over about 1 wet day, with average cloud cover near 28%.
Temperatures are much the same as in July, and September is warmer again by about 1.2°. The sea averages 13°, too cold for most swimmers.
August scores 97/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 7th of the twelve months for La Serena. For the most comfortable weather, consider September, October and December instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:19 and sets at 18:21 local time, giving 11 h 02 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 46 minutes over the month.
Why 97/100?
How the score for August is builtBeach score this month: 39/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around La Serena this month
Chile's best in August
Calama
La Serena in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit La Serena?
August scores 97/100 for La Serena, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 18°C with 1 wet days.
How warm is La Serena in August?
Daytime highs average 18°C and night-time lows 10°C in August.
Does it rain a lot in La Serena in August?
La Serena receives about 18 mm of precipitation in August, falling on around 1 days.
Can you swim in La Serena in August?
The sea averages 13°C in August, cold for most swimmers.














