Machu Picchu located in the high jungle of Peru in the cloud forests and part of the Andes mountain range at 2,400 meters above sea level, its weather is very changing during the year.
Rainy season
Temperature
- Daytime: 16°C – 18°C
Night time: 0°C
What should i wear in the rainy season?
- Waterproof clothing.
- Umbrella.
- Closed and resistant footwear.
- Waterproof backpack.
Dry season
Temperature
- Daytime: 17°C – 19°C.
Night time: 0°C
What should i wear in the rainy season?
- Warm clothing
- Water
- Repellent
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Sunscreen
The rainy season is longer starting from October to May and in the dry seasons between May and September but this does not indicate that it cannot rain also in the dry season. It is highly recommended to always carry the rain jacket during the year.
The climate of Machu Picchu, which is dry and humid, is also a source of life for the varieties of flora and fauna that this magical valley has.
Machu Picchu is an area that surprises you with the climate which provides a magical view. The strongest rainy seasons are January and February. The temperature varies between 8 ° and 22 ° C. The coldest seasons are June and July. The temperature can be 0 ° C to 25 ° C.
Weather along the year
| Month | What is the weather like |
|---|---|
| January | Rainfall up to 160mm of precipitation. |
| February | Rainfall up to 133mm of precipitation. |
| March | End of rainy season up to 108mm rainfall. |
| April | Best time to travel, weather optimum in Machu Picchu. |
| May | Best time to travel, weather optimum in Machu Picchu. |
| June | Best time to travel to Machu Picchu, weather optimum. Hight Season (Many tourists). |
| July | Best time to travel to Machu Picchu, weather optimum. Hight Season (Many tourists). |
| August | Best time to travel, weather optimal in Machu Picchu. |
| September | Best time to travel, weather optimal in Machu Picchu. |
| October | Good travel, weather the most most optimal in Machu Picchu. |
| November | Beginning of the rainy season increasingly humid. |
| December | Rainfall up to 120mm of precipitation. |
When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu in Peru?
The mysterious Inca city of Machu Picchu in the Peruvian Andes is an unforgettable experience at any time of the trip. However, the effects of the rainy season, especially between mid-December and mid-March, should not be underestimated. Therefore, we recommend mid-April to mid-November as the best season to travel.
The months from May to September are particularly pleasant, with little chance of rain and many hours of sunshine. The cool air now provides fantastic photographic conditions, but the low night temperatures make it necessary to wear thick clothing, especially in the early morning and late afternoon.
