Iquitos weather in August (Loreto, Peru)

Curious about the August weather in Iquitos? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Iquitos generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Iquitos in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 160 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

With around 228 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Iquitos. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Iquitos climate page with graphs.

 

Iquitos, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 160 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 79%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 228 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Peru in August

Find out more about the weather in Peru in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Iquitos in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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