Tarapoto

San Martin Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in San Martin, Peru in August.

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Tarapoto Sauce Lamas

Considering a trip to San Martin, Peru this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in San Martin in August

San Martin, Peru is a region in Peru. August in San Martin generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Tarapoto. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in San Martin, Peru in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tarapoto with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Sauce with 117 mm (4.6 in). In Tarapoto, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

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Best Places to Visit in San Martin in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in San Martin

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in San Martin, Peru?

Temperature range in San Martin (August)

Precipitation variation in San Martin (August)

Tarapoto

In August Tarapoto generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tarapoto →

Sauce

In August Sauce generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Sauce →

Lamas

In August Lamas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Lamas →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in San Martin in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tarapoto 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Sauce 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Lamas 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

San Martin weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in San Martin, Peru in August?

August in San Martin, Peru brings unpleasant weather. In Tarapoto, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in San Martin, Peru in August?

Tarapoto averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does San Martin, Peru get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in San Martin, Peru. Average rainfall in Tarapoto sits around 104 mm (4.1 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit San Martin, Peru?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Tarapoto, August might be a good time to visit San Martin, Peru. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June and July provide pleasant weather in Tarapoto. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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