The best times to visit Peruvian Highlands for ideal weather are

April 9th to June 3rd

or

August 20th to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Peruvian Highlands Travel Info

Weather in Peruvian Highlands

Temperature

Average temperatures in Peruvian Highlands vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 75th 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 Peruvian Highlands, the hottest months are November, October, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early November where highs are regularly around 80.8°F (27.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.9°F (11.6°C) at night.

Peruvian Highlands Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Peruvian Highlands 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.

Peruvian Highlands Perceived Temperature (F)

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Peruvian Highlands Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Peruvian Highlands 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 74.5 64.5 51.7
Feb 73.2 64.3 52.4
Mar 73.5 64.3 52.2
Apr 74.4 64.8 51.1
May 74.9 64.5 49.3
Jun 74.2 63.3 46.9
Jul 73.4 62.2 45.9
Aug 75.4 64.4 47.5
Sep 76.2 66.1 50.3
Oct 77.9 68 52.1
Nov 79.6 69.4 52.7
Dec 75.1 65.7 51.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.6 18.1 10.9
Feb 22.9 17.9 11.3
Mar 23.1 17.9 11.2
Apr 23.6 18.2 10.6
May 23.8 18.1 9.6
Jun 23.4 17.4 8.3
Jul 23 16.8 7.7
Aug 24.1 18 8.6
Sep 24.6 18.9 10.2
Oct 25.5 20 11.2
Nov 26.4 20.8 11.5
Dec 23.9 18.7 10.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Peruvian Highlands are June, May, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Peruvian Highlands? 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 Peruvian Highlands.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Peruvian Highlands (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 40% 0 5.1
Feb 42% 0 7.4
Mar 34% 0 4.3
Apr 16% 0 1.4
May 4% 0 0.4
Jun 4% 0 0.3
Jul 4% 0 0.4
Aug 5% 0 0.8
Sep 10% 0 1.2
Oct 16% 0 1.6
Nov 26% 0 4.1
Dec 37% 0 4.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 40 0 13
Feb 42 0 18.8
Mar 34 0 10.9
Apr 16 0 3.6
May 4 0 1
Jun 4 0 0.8
Jul 4 0 1
Aug 5 0 2
Sep 10 0 3
Oct 16 0 4.1
Nov 26 0 10.4
Dec 37 0 11.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Peruvian Highlands has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is August (38.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (57.6%).

Wind in Peruvian Highlands is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is October, followed by November and December. October’s average wind speed of around 4 knots (4.6 MPH or 7.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early November where average top sustained speeds reach 11.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Peruvian Highlands.

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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 3 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.5 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.2 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
May 3 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Jul 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 3 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 4 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.9%
Feb 57.6%
Mar 56.6%
Apr 51.4%
May 45.4%
Jun 40.6%
Jul 39.8%
Aug 38.1%
Sep 41%
Oct 41.7%
Nov 41.1%
Dec 51.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Peruvian Highlands?

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 Peruvian Highlands, Peru is February, followed by May and March. 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 Peruvian Highlands in August. 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 68 in August means 68% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Peruvian Highlands Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 75.8°F (24.3°C) and 72.6°F (22.6°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 1 to 11 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 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Peruvian Highlands, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 8 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Peruvian Highlands to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 72.8°F (22.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 11 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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