The best times to visit El Carmen for ideal weather are

April 30th to December 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other El Carmen Travel Info

Weather in El Carmen

Temperature

Average temperatures in El Carmen vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 89th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit El Carmen, the hottest months are February, March, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 84.9°F (29.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.1°F (20.1°C) at night.

El Carmen Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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El Carmen Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

El Carmen Perceived Temperature (F)

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El Carmen Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average El Carmen Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 82.9 73.3 66.1
Feb 84.7 74.7 67.2
Mar 83.3 73.8 66.4
Apr 80.2 70.5 62.4
May 75.3 66.8 59.2
Jun 72.8 64.7 57.7
Jul 71.1 62.9 55.9
Aug 70.9 62.4 55.5
Sep 71.6 63.2 56.2
Oct 72.7 64.3 57.2
Nov 75.2 66.4 58.9
Dec 78.5 69.6 62.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.3 22.9 18.9
Feb 29.3 23.7 19.6
Mar 28.5 23.2 19.1
Apr 26.8 21.4 16.9
May 24.1 19.3 15.1
Jun 22.7 18.2 14.3
Jul 21.7 17.2 13.3
Aug 21.6 16.9 13.1
Sep 22 17.3 13.4
Oct 22.6 17.9 14
Nov 24 19.1 14.9
Dec 25.8 20.9 17.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in El Carmen are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in El Carmen? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in El Carmen.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in El Carmen (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0.2
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 1.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0.5
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 3

 

Humidity and Wind

El Carmen has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (72.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (77%).

Wind in El Carmen is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by January and November. December’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9.1 MPH or 14.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in El Carmen.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.7 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
Feb 7.5 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 16.6 Strong breeze
Apr 7.2 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 13.7 Strong breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 13.4 Strong breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 14.8 Strong breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 16.3 Strong breeze
Dec 7.9 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 74.3%
Feb 72.8%
Mar 73.6%
Apr 74.8%
May 77%
Jun 75.8%
Jul 75.6%
Aug 75.6%
Sep 75%
Oct 75.9%
Nov 75.9%
Dec 75.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to El Carmen?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Peru; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in El Carmen, Peru is May, followed by March and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit El Carmen in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 54.1 in December means 54.1% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall El Carmen Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in El Carmen, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 76.4°F (24.7°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in El Carmen to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.9°F (29.4°C) and 77°F (25°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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