Ollantaytambo weather in August (Cusco, Peru)

What can you expect from the weather in Ollantaytambo during August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Ollantaytambo generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 2°C.

Ollantaytambo in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 231 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, September, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ollantaytambo, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 54% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cusco, Peru (44 KM, 27 Miles).

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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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 Ollantaytambo 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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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