Peru weather in August
Planning a journey to Peru this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Peru in August?
Peru offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from moderate to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Tarma at 12°C to very warm in Pucallpa at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Pucallpa and 1°C in Tarma. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though August is the coolest month, you can still find places in Peru with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Colán with an average of 0.3 mm to heavy rainfall in Oxapampa with 169 mm. Lima experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 32 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Peru in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Peru climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Peru?
Average weather in Lima
In August Lima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Cusco
In August Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Arequipa
In August Arequipa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Puno
In August Puno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu
In August Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Peru?
In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Peru with overall perfect weather in Lima. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Peru is in with generally perfect weather in Lima.
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