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Chachapoyas Weather in August
Chachapoyas in August averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Chachapoyas in August
You can expect rain on roughly 6 days based on historical data, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.
Temperature in Chachapoyas in August
August in Chachapoyas is generally excellent, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 9°C (48°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June and August typically offer the best circumstances for Chachapoyas.
Chachapoyas Temperature in August
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
86 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Chachapoyas Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Chachapoyas in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chachapoyas spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chachapoyas historical weather extremes in August
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Chachapoyas from 2006 through 2026.
- The hottest August day on record in Chachapoyas reached 24°C (75°F) (August 18, 2023).
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 10°C (50°F), recorded on August 11, 2026.
- Chachapoyas registered its coldest August night on August 1, 2019, with temperatures dropping to 4°C (39°F).
- The wettest August day on record brought 24 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation to Chachapoyas (August 14, 2017).
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 Chachapoyas in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Chachapoyas in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Chachapoyas 3-Day Forecast
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