Weather in August in Colca Canyon
Are you planning a trip a to Colca Canyon in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Colca Canyon in August?
Colca Canyon is a region in Peru. August in Colca Canyon generally has mild temperatures, with low precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C and nighttime temperatures around -2°C in Cabanaconde.
Precipitation
August is a dry month with an average snow/rainfall of around 25 mm in Cabanaconde.For specific regional insights in Colca Canyon for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Colca Canyon climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 4 most popular destinations in Colca Canyon?
Cabanaconde
In August Cabanaconde generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Chivay
In August Chivay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Yanque
In August Yanque generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Coporaque
In August Coporaque generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Colca Canyon, in Peru.
Is August the best time to visit Colca Canyon?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Colca Canyon. Typically, the climate in Cabanaconde is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Cabanaconde. On the other hand, the months of January, February and March tend to have poor weather conditions.
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