PeruThe weather in August in Machu Picchu
It's cool to moderate in August in Machu Picchu with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 2°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? August isn’t a good month to be in Machu Picchu. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Machu Picchu, Peru. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2023, Machu Picchu reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 7°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In August, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in August for Machu Picchu
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Machu Picchu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Machu Picchu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | -1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 15 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,6 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Machu Picchu with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 17°C, with nights around 1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Machu Picchu is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Machu Picchu, Peru. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Machu Picchu
Temperature in August in Machu Picchu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Machu Picchu, Peru. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Machu Picchu
Total precipitation in August in Machu Picchu over the years
Daily Snowfall in August in Machu Picchu
Snowfall in August in Machu Picchu per year
Daily UV index in August in Machu Picchu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Machu Picchu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Machu Picchu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.