Huaraz weather in August

Huaraz, Peru
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August in Huaraz: nice, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Huaraz · #38 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 94/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Huaraz climate normals — August

Daytime high19°C / 67°F😎 nice
Nighttime low8°C / 46°F
Rainfall59 mm / 2.3 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days16 days
Humidity70%💧 humid
Dew point7°C / 44°F
Sunshine10.8 h/day
Daylight11.8 h
Wind7 km/h / 4 mph
Snowfall0.7 cm / 0.3 in
Air quality (US AQI)31🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Huaraz in August — FAQ

Is August a good time to visit Huaraz?
August in Huaraz: nice, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Huaraz on SeasonMap's comfort score (94/100).
What is the weather like in Huaraz in August?
In August, Huaraz averages a daily high of 19.3°C and a low of 7.7°C, with about 58.8 mm of rain over roughly 16.4 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Huaraz in August?
Huaraz has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 31 in August.

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