August · Peru
Best time to visit Colca Canyon in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Colca Canyon in August
Average temperature 6°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 37% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 37%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Colca Canyon scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Colca valley's terraces and canyon are the classic condor-watching route near Arequipa.
August in Colca Canyon — one of the year's strongest windows (10th)
August averages 6°C (42°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 11.5 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Colca Canyon (10th of 12); only November scores higher, at 9.3/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Colca Canyon in August?
- In August, Colca Canyon averages 6°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Colca Canyon?
- August earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Colca Canyon in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 37% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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