Machupicchu weather in August (Peru)

Curious about the August weather in Machupicchu? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Machupicchu typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Machupicchu in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Machupicchu. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Machupicchu, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  

Where to go in Peru in August

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

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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 Machupicchu in August?

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 in August.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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