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Outdoor activities Potential

64/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

May, August, September

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Avoid

January, February, March, December

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Weather

7°C – 10°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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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.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Machu Picchu

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (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

When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu for outdoor activities?

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

When is the rainy season in Machu Picchu?

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

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