August weather forecast
Huaraz, Peru

As August begins, Huaraz's weather conditions remain largely unchanged from July, with comparable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine hours. Where the city does see a remarkable difference is in its daylight duration, expanding slowly as it prepares for the rainy season. The occasional increased rainfall serves as the first signs of the forthcoming wetter months. The dry season extends into September, though with slight increases in both rainfall and temperature. Huaraz's August weather is pleasantly predictable and great for spending extended periods outdoors.

Temperature

May through August, October through December mark Huaraz's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

In August, in Huaraz, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout August, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. In Huaraz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 683mm (26.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Huaraz, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:08 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Huaraz is 8h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Execute every important safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.