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Peru in August: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What August is actually like in Peru — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 20°C
- Average low
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 1mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 4th warmest month of Peru's year. The driest month of the year.
Public holidays in August
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- August 6, 2027 Batalla de Junín · Battle of Junín Day
- August 30, 2027 Santa Rosa de Lima · Rose of Lima Day
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Arequipa, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.