Normal weather for Cusco in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Cusco with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 2°C.
In August, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Cusco. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Cusco in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
15°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
15 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,6 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Cusco with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 0°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 17°C, with nights close to 1°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Cusco will be around 17°C, with nights close to 1°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 25°C, Cusco hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -8°C to a high of 7°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Cusco
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Cusco.
Daily Snowfall in August in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Cusco, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV Index in August in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Cusco, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Cusco per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Cusco, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in August for Cusco
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Average Weather in Cusco by Month
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