Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Peru this August.
Peru, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 11°C (52°F) in Huancavelica to 33°C (91°F) in Iberia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Iberia and -2°C (28°F) in Huancavelica. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.
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Expect daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Lima. That makes August a pleasant month for Peru.
After dark, Lima cools to about 15°C (59°F) on an average August night.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Iberia is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 33°C (91°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 20°C (68°F).
The coldest city in August in Peru is Huancavelica when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 11°C (52°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around -2°C (28°F).
Lima experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 32 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.
The water temperature averages approximately 17°C (63°F) in Lima this month, so not the best month to swim.
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