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Outdoor activities Potential

84/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

May, September, October

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Avoid

February, March

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Weather

13°C – 14°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Huaraz for hiking is May, September, October, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Huaraz

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
78Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°66
February
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°171
March
70Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°115
April
78Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°69
May
84Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°11
June
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°0
July
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°0
August
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°0
September
84Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°12
October
82Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°36
November
80Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°58
December
78Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°43

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Huaraz

When is the best time to visit Huaraz for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Huaraz for outdoor activities is typically in May, September, October, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Huaraz?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Huaraz, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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