August Weather in Iquitos

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Iquitos, Peru, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (79°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 19°C (67°F). Typically, the humidity level in Iquitos throughout August hovers around 68%.

19°C (67°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (79°F)

Average temperature

33°C (92°F)

Maximum temperature

68%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Iquitos averages 122 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 17 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 39 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

122 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

17 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 39 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Iquitos reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 6 9 12 12 11 8 5 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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