August · Peru
Best time to visit Arequipa in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arequipa in August
Average temperature 11°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 30% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.7/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 30%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Arequipa scores 8.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Arequipa's white sillar stone buildings sit under the Misti volcano, gateway to Colca canyon.
August ranks 11th of 12 for Arequipa — one of the best windows
August averages 11°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Arequipa (11th of 12); only November scores higher, at 9.6/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arequipa in August?
- In August, Arequipa averages 11°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Arequipa?
- August earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Arequipa in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 30% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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