Best Time To Visit Peru: Seasons of the Year & Best Activities To Do

Planning a Peru trip for yourself or your family? Are you soon checking Machu Picchu, the Amazon forest, and the Andean mountain. Then, you might wonder, “when is the best time to visit Peru?” 

Weather conditions in Peru depending on the season and region they visit. The country has 3 main regions, all with different climate conditions.  

Climate in Peru

Weather is typically dry and mild, with temperatures ranging from 54°F to 84°F (12°C to 29°C) 

Details on the weather conditions of all 3 at different seasons are given below. 

The Coast

In the Andes, the weather is cooler and drier than on the coast, with temperatures ranging from 19°F to 70°F (-7°C to 21°C) depending on the altitude. 

The Andean Highlands 

The climate conditions in the jungle are subtropical. The temperatures barely go above 90°F (32.2°C) or below 68°F (20°C).  

The Amazon

Peru receives 2 main seasons. The wet season has the months with the most rain, while the dry season receives no rainfall.  

Wet and Dry Season in Peru 

The wet or rainy season starts between mid-October and the beginning of November. With the passing months, the rain starts to show its true might.  

Wet Season

The dry season usually starts at the end of March or sometime in mid-April. In this season, you won’t find any signs of rainfall.  

Dry Season

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