Outdoor activities Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, August, September
January, February, March, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Machu Picchu?
The best time to visit Machu Picchu for hiking is May, August, September, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Machu Picchu, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Machu Picchu
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 9° | 129 |
February | 44Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 9° | 138 |
March | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 115 |
April | 60Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 35 |
May | 64Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 0 |
June | 61Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 0 |
July | 61Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 0 |
August | 62Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 0 |
September | 62Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 17 |
October | 62Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 39 |
November | 62Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 50 |
December | 49Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 9° | 103 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
Quick summary: visiting Machu Picchu
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Machu Picchu
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