Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
During August, Pisac experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 73 mm (2.9 in) is typical.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Pisac.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Pisac typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 4°C (39°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Pisac spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Pisac spans 1993 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in August →
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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
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