Machupicchu weather
At 1:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 24°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (9.5 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Machupicchu sits 2066 m (6,779 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Machupicchu, Cuzco Department, Peru.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 69%
- Chance of rain
- 98%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (9.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Dec–Mar
About Machupicchu weather
Is it raining in Machupicchu right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM (9.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Machupicchu this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 23–29° and lows of 11–14°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Machupicchu lately?
In the past 7 days, Machupicchu had 7 rainy days and 50.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Machupicchu?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Machupicchu weather by month
When is the best time to visit Machupicchu?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Machupicchu is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 17°C (63°F) in February to 19°C (67°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Machupicchu?
December is the wettest month, with about 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain on average. June is the driest, with about 5 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Machupicchu?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 19°C (67°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F). February is the coolest, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 10°C (49°F).
Does Machupicchu have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is December at about 135 mm (5.3 in).
Machupicchu weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months