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Torres del Paine in August
Little changes in Torres del Paine from July: highs stay near 24°F (-4°C), lows near 16°F (-9°C), and about 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain or snow falls.
At 35/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 24°F (-4°C)
- Avg low
- 16°F (-9°C)
- Rain or snow
- 5.2 in (133 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 35/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 24°F (-4°C).
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 16°F (-9°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around August
August is one of Torres del Paine's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (36 → 35/100).
- Our Patagonia Peaks route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 16°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 5.2 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Torres del Paine in August
With 5.2 in of rain or snow, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Hotel Las Torres Patagonia
Lodge restaurant and bar at the Base Torres trailhead, open to non-guests.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 24°F.
Mirador Base Las Torres
Steep hike to the glacial lake below the three granite towers.
Salto Grande
Powerful waterfall between Lake Nordenskjöld and Lake Pehoé.
Hotel Lago Grey
Lodge with a restaurant and bar facing icebergs on Lake Grey.
Lago Pehoé catamaran
Boat from Pudeto across turquoise Lake Pehoé to Paine Grande.
Nearby in August
- Puerto Natales in August~67 mi · highs 41°F, 3.4 in rain · 9°C (17°F) warmer by day, drier
- El Chaltén in August~114 mi · highs 37°F, 5.3 in rain or snow · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~630 m to Torres del Paine's ~1,442 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Torres del Paine in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Torres del Paine?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 35/100. Expect highs of 24°F (-4°C) and 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain or snow. Our Patagonia Peaks route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Torres del Paine in August?
Average highs are 24°F (-4°C) and average lows 16°F (-9°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Torres del Paine in August?
Yes: about 5.2 in (133 mm) of rain or snow falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 69.5 in (1765 mm).
What should I pack for Torres del Paine in August?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 16°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 5.2 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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