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Peru Weather

Land of the Incas - Three Worlds in One

Get accurate weather forecasts for every city, town, village, and region across Peru. From the Pacific coast to the Andes highlands and Amazon rainforest, track conditions across this incredibly diverse country with real-time updates and extended forecasts.

127+

Locations

Dry/Wet

Two Seasons

9-26°C

Avg by Region

5-2600mm

Annual Rainfall

Major Cities Weather

Live weather conditions for Peru's most visited cities

Weather by Region

Peru's three distinct geographical zones create dramatically different climates

Lima Region
Peru's capital and largest city on the Pacific coast. Features a mild desert climate with coastal fog called "garúa" from May to November.
19°C avg10mm/yearSubtropical desert
LimaMirafloresBarrancoCallaoChorrillos
Cusco Region
The historic Inca capital and gateway to Machu Picchu. High altitude with distinct dry and wet seasons. Cool year-round.
12°C avg700mm/yearHighland subtropical
CuscoMachu PicchuOllantaytamboPisacUrubamba
Arequipa Region
The "White City" surrounded by volcanoes. Known for clear skies, sunshine, and dramatic temperature swings between day and night.
15°C avg100mm/yearSemi-arid highland
ArequipaColca CanyonChivayMollendoCamana
Puno & Lake Titicaca
Home to the world's highest navigable lake at 3,812m. Cold year-round with intense sun and occasional frost.
9°C avg700mm/yearAlpine tundra
PunoLake TiticacaJuliacaIslas UrosIsla Taquile
Northern Coast
Peru's warmest beaches with year-round sunshine. Popular surfing destinations and ancient archaeological sites.
24°C avg30mm/yearTropical desert
PiuraMancoraTrujilloChiclayoTumbes
Amazon Basin
Hot, humid rainforest covering over 60% of Peru. Heavy rainfall year-round with incredible biodiversity.
26°C avg2,600mm/yearTropical rainforest
IquitosPuerto MaldonadoTarapotoPucallpaTingo Maria
Ancash & Cordillera Blanca
Home to Peru's highest peaks and stunning mountain scenery. Dramatic weather changes with altitude.
14°C avg600mm/yearHighland temperate
HuarazCarazChimboteYungayCarhuaz
Southern Desert Coast
Home to the Nazca Lines and Paracas wildlife reserve. Extremely dry with consistent sunshine.
22°C avg5mm/yearDesert
IcaNazcaParacasHuacachinaPisco

Iconic Destinations Weather

Weather forecasts for Peru's most famous natural and historical attractions

Machu Picchu

Inca Citadel

Rainbow Mountain

Vinicunca

Colca Canyon

Canyon

Lake Titicaca

High Lake

Huacachina

Desert Oasis

Nazca Lines

Geoglyphs

Sacred Valley

Inca Valley

Kuelap

Fortress

Gocta Falls

Waterfall

Manu National Park

Rainforest

Ballestas Islands

Wildlife

Cordillera Blanca

Mountains

All Peru Locations

Complete list of 127+ cities, towns, and villages with weather forecasts

Pacific Coast (Costa)

LimaLima CentroMirafloresBarrancoChorrillosCallaoMollendoCamanaLake TiticacaLago TiticacaIcaNazcaLineas de NazcaParacasIslas BallestasHuacachinaPiscoChinchaTrujilloChan ChanHuanchacoEl BrujoChicamaChiclayoLambayequeSipanTucumeFerrenafePiuraMancoraVichayitoLos OrganosLobitosCabo BlancoPaitaCatacaosTumbesZorritosPunta SalChimboteMoqueguaIloTacnaHuancavelica

Andes Highlands (Sierra)

CuscoCusco CentroMachu PicchuAguas CalientesOllantaytamboPisacSacred ValleyUrubambaChincheroMorayMarasRainbow MountainVinincuncaSacsayhuamanArequipaArequipa CentroColca CanyonCanon del ColcaChivayCabanacondeVolcan MistiPunoLake TiticacaLago TiticacaIslas UrosIsla TaquileIsla AmantaniJuliacaSillustaniHuarazCordillera BlancaLaguna 69Chavin de HuantarCarazCarhuazYungayLlanganucoHuascaranCajamarcaBanos del IncaCumbe MayoCelendinChotaHuancayoTarmaJaujaConcepcionAyacuchoHuantaVilcashuamanAbancayAndahuaylasChoquequiraoCerro de PascoHuancavelica

Amazon Rainforest (Selva)

ChachapoyasKuelapGoctaCatarata GoctaCocachimbaLeymebambaIquitosNautaPacaya SamiriaReserva Nacional Pacaya SamiriaAmazon River PeruTarapotoMoyobambaRiojaLamasSaucePuerto MaldonadoReserva Nacional TambopataParque Nacional ManuLago SandovalPucallpaAguaytiaHuanucoTingo MariaCueva de las LechuzasOxapampaPozuzo
Peru Climate Guide

Seasons (Southern Hemisphere)

  • Dry Season: May - October (best for highlands)
  • Wet Season: November - April (greener landscapes)
  • Coast: Warm Dec-Apr, cool fog May-Nov
  • Amazon: Hot & humid year-round

Regional Climate Highlights

  • Lima: Desert coast with winter fog
  • Cusco: Cool highlands, sunny dry season
  • Amazon: Hot, humid, 2,500mm+ rain/year
  • Arequipa: 300+ sunny days/year

Weather Tip:Peru's dramatic altitude changes mean temperatures can vary 20°C+ between coast and highlands. For Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, the dry season (May-October) offers the best weather, but expect cold nights. Always pack layers!

About Peru Weather

Peru is one of the most geographically diverse countries on Earth, featuring three distinct regions: the coastal desert (Costa), the Andean highlands (Sierra), and the Amazon rainforest (Selva).

The coastal strip is one of the driest deserts in the world, receiving less than 50mm of rain annually in most areas. Lima experiences a unique microclimate with heavy fog (garúa) during winter months despite almost no rainfall.

The Andes create dramatic climate variations based on altitude. Cusco at 3,400m has cool temperatures year-round, while nearby valleys can be significantly warmer. The dry season (May-October) is ideal for trekking and visiting Machu Picchu.

The Amazon basin, covering over 60% of Peru, has a tropical rainforest climate with high humidity and rainfall throughout the year. Iquitos is one of the largest cities in the world not accessible by road.

Whether you're planning to trek the Inca Trail, surf in Mancora, explore the Amazon, or visit the Nazca Lines, understanding Peru's diverse weather patterns is essential for an optimal experience.