August Weather in Santa Cruz

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Cruz, Peru, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (55°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz throughout August hovers around 37%.

13°C (55°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

31°C (88°F)

Maximum temperature

37%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Santa Cruz averages 57 mm (2.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 53 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 33 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

57 mm (2.3 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 33 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Santa Cruz reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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	2	5	9	11	13	12	9	6	3	1	0	0
Exposure	Low		Moderate	VeryHigh	Extreme			VeryHigh	High	Moderate	Low
Time to burn	45 min		30 min	15 min	10 min			15 min	25 min	30 min	45 min