Planning a trip to Peru? Here you'll find all important information about climate, weather, and the best travel time to plan your vacation optimally.
Climate & Weather
Best Time to Visit
10–13°C·4–15 mm(little rain)
For a classic trip through the Andes with Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca, the months from May to September are most favorable: There is little rain, days are sunny, but nights in the highlands are cold. April and October are good transition months. During the rainy season from December to March, landslides and road closures can occur, and the Inca Trail is completely closed in February.
The climate data shows Cusco in the Andean highlands (normal values 1991 to 2020 from the Peruvian meteorological service SENAMHI), because most trips pass through this region. However, Peru has three very distinct climate zones:Coast: In Lima, it almost never rains. From December to March it is sunny and warm; from approximately May to October, the Garúa often lies over the city, a grey coastal fog created by the cold Humboldt Current.Andes: Daytime temperatures are similar throughout the year; at night, temperatures can approach freezing in the dry season.Amazon Basin: Warm and humid all year round, somewhat drier from May to October.
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Dry season in the Highlands
Transition
Highland rainy season
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| Month | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13.9 | 145 |
| February | 13.9 | 127 |
| March | 13.3 | 97 |
| April | 12.8 | 33 |
| May | 11.1 | 5 |
| June | 10.0 | 4 |
| July | 10.0 | 5 |
| August | 11.1 | 5 |
| September | 12.8 | 15 |
| October | 13.9 | 43 |
| November | 14.4 | 71 |
| December | 13.9 | 114 |
Seasonal Travel Tips
Ideal Travel Window
May, June, July, August, September are generally considered the best time to visit.
Why Go Now?
For a classic trip through the Andes with Cusco, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca, the months from May to September are most favorable: There is little rain, days are sunny, but nights in the highlands are cold. April and October are good transition months. During the rainy season from December to March, landslides and road closures can occur, and the Inca Trail is completely closed in February.
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