Salta in August
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
8Rainy days (52 mm)
11:08 hDaylight
07:52Sunrise · 19:00 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 14°C | 339 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 22°C | 14°C | 320 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 21°C | 13°C | 340 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 19°C | 11°C | 216 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.5 |
| May | 16°C | 7°C | 131 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.9 |
| June | 15°C | 4°C | 62 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 15°C | 3°C | 44 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 17°C | 5°C | 52 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 19°C | 7°C | 80 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 21°C | 10°C | 173 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 21°C | 12°C | 235 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.0 |
| December | 22°C | 14°C | 314 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Salta in August?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Salta?
The best months are August, September, July, June.