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Piura Weather in August
In Piura, August brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 17°C (63°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal rainfall.
Rainfall in Piura in August
With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Rain is expected on roughly a single day, totalling around 0.7 mm (0.03 in) for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.
Temperature in Piura in August
August is a excellent month in Piura, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions. Enjoy the mildest temperatures of the year, while still enjoying warm and pleasant days.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.
Piura Temperature in August
Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
2%
Precipitation
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
65%
Piura Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Piura typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 17°C (63°F).
Average temperatures in August
Historical weather records for Piura in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Piura spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Piura historical weather extremes in August
Based on 26 years of weather observations in Piura between 2000 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Piura recorded its highest August temperature of 33°C (91°F) on August 7, 2026.
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 18°C (64°F), recorded on August 5, 2004.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 14°C (57°F) on August 19, 2022, marking the coldest August night on record.
Best Places in Peru in August
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Piura in August
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses).
What To Do in Piura in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Piura 3-Day Forecast
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