August weather forecastHuaraz, Peru
August
Weather in August
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 represent the warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F).Rainfall
In Huaraz, during August, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Huaraz, there are 142 rainfall days, and 683mm (26.89") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
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 is 8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Huaraz, Peru
- Average high temperature in August: 15°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May, June, July, August, October, November and December (15°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, April and September (14°C).
- Average low temperature in August: -1°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April and December (1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (-2°C).
Average rainfall in August
Huaraz, Peru
- Average rainfall in August: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Huaraz, Peru
- Average rainfall days in August: 5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are February and March (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Huaraz, Peru
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in August
Huaraz, Peru
- Average UV index in August: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
