Monthly climate guide
Ushuaia weather in August
August in Ushuaia is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around 2°C (35°F) and night-time lows near -2°C (28°F). The month usually brings about 47 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C cooler than September.
What stands out in August
- Pack for frost — nights average -2°C in August.
- August brings late winter to Ushuaia — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
- Only 2 months are cooler in Ushuaia than August.
Avg high
2°C
35°F
Avg low
-2°C
28°F
Rainfall
47 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
91%
relative
Sky
76%
cloud · often cloudy
Ushuaia weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 51°F | 4°C / 39°F | 75 mm | 79% | 84% |
| February | 11°C / 51°F | 4°C / 39°F | 78 mm | 80% | 81% |
| March | 9°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 64 mm | 84% | 80% |
| April | 6°C / 43°F | 2°C / 35°F | 53 mm | 89% | 76% |
| May | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 32°F | 51 mm | 92% | 73% |
| June | 2°C / 35°F | -2°C / 29°F | 59 mm | 92% | 74% |
| July | 1°C / 34°F | -3°C / 27°F | 45 mm | 92% | 74% |
| August | 2°C / 35°F | -2°C / 28°F | 47 mm | 91% | 76% |
| September | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 31°F | 47 mm | 87% | 78% |
| October | 7°C / 44°F | 1°C / 33°F | 41 mm | 82% | 81% |
| November | 9°C / 47°F | 2°C / 36°F | 58 mm | 79% | 84% |
| December | 10°C / 49°F | 3°C / 37°F | 73 mm | 78% | 84% |
What to pack for August
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is August a good time to visit Ushuaia?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Ushuaia →Other Argentina cities in August
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Ushuaia in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Ushuaia?
August is cool in Ushuaia, with highs around 2°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Ushuaia in August?
Average highs are about 2°C (35°F) and average lows about -2°C (28°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Ushuaia in August?
Ushuaia typically gets around 47 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Ushuaia (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.