Cuenca weather in August (Chimborazo Province, Ecuador)

How is August weather typically in Cuenca? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Cuenca tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 14°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Cuenca in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 186 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Cuenca, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 186 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Ecuador in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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