August weather forecast
Iquitos, Peru

August's weather in Iquitos greets locals with peak temperatures - a high of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and low of 21.4°C (70.5°F), despite lesser rainfall. It's the start of the driest period with been noticeably lower humidity. Steady sunshine, alongside longer daylight hours, add an extra touch of warmth to the city. Wind speeds follow their regular cycle, refusing to upset the tropical balance.

Temperature

Iquitos experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F) in August, closely aligned with July's 30.3°C (86.5°F). An average low-temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) is common during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Iquitos is August, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically collects 67mm (2.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Iquitos is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of August in Iquitos, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.