Arequipa vs Santiago in August

Arequipa is the better pick in August — 94 vs 74 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Santiago is nice, a little rain, poor air quality.

Arequipa vs SantiagoAugust climate, side by side

ArequipaSantiago
Comfort score94/100 (S)74/100 (B)
Feels-like high21°C17°C
Avg high / low24° / 9°19° / 4°
Rainfall0 mm74 mm
Rainy days07
Humidity31%64%
Air quality (AQI)33109

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Arequipa vs Santiago in August — FAQ

Is August better in Arequipa or Santiago?
Arequipa is the better pick in August — 94 vs 74 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Santiago is nice, a little rain, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Arequipa vs Santiago in August?
In August, Arequipa averages 24°C high / 9°C low with about 0 mm of rain; Santiago averages 19°C high / 4°C low with about 74 mm.