It is not possible to be sure what the weather will be like on a particular day; it is unpredictable, since the sanctuary is located at just over 2,000 m.a.s.l. between a snow-capped mountain range and the Amazon jungle. This means that there can be sudden changes.

It can quickly change from cloudy skies to totally clear skies with moments of strong sunshine and strong winds, in addition to the inclement weather coming from the Amazon basin, with humidity and very heavy rains or intermittent drizzle. It is not unusual to be able to enjoy several seasons in the same day, since the weather in Huayna Picchu is determined by the mixture between the highlands, the cold winds of the mountain range and the warm humidity coming from the rainforest.

• What is the temperature of Huayna Picchu?
• Rainy season
• Dry season

Huayna Picchu Mist

What is the temperature of Huayna Picchu?

Maximum temperatures range from 19º C to 21º C, and minimum temperatures from 8º C to 11º C. However, in the higher altitude areas, temperatures can drop to 0º C on the coldest nights.

Rainy season

The rainy season coincides with the low season for tourism in Machu Picchu. It includes the months of November to March. It has a temperate climate during the day with temperatures ranging between 19º and 21º C, which can drop to 8º C at night. There are days with plenty of sunshine and strong radiation, with temperatures that can reach up to 20º C. However, there are also cloudy and rainy days, especially in December and January.

The weather at night is mild with an average temperature of 8° C, unless it rains during the day, which could cause the temperature to drop to 0° C. If you visit at this time of year, waterproof clothing and/or an umbrella, hiking boots that allow you to walk on the slippery and wet surfaces are essential, as well as sunscreen for times of intense radiation.

Which entrance group to choose? In these months we recommend you to choose the second group to Huayna Picchu with the entrance time to the mountain from 10:30 to 11:30 am. In the rainy season, the whole sanctuary usually dawns covered with clouds, so the visibility at the top is quite limited, which will prevent you from getting good panoramic views of the city of Machu Picchu. But the clouds dissipate as the hours go by.

Dry season

The dry season coincides with the high season of tourism in Machu Picchu. It occurs between the months of April to October; with maximum temperatures of 21º C during the day and 10º C at night; it is a time with very sunny days and temperate air, the vegetation of the area shows its best green tone of the whole year, with flowers everywhere, which contributes to the abundance of insects. It is also a time of frost and cold, being more intense in the months of May and June.

Also at this time of the year, August is characterized by strong winds and higher solar radiation, with 21º C during the day and an intense cold at night that drops to 0º C. It is advisable to use sunscreen at all times, as the cold at night also burns the skin. The presence of insects and mosquitoes is abundant on sunny days, so you should use repellent, sunscreen and sunglasses; essential elements to protect your skin and make your visit without discomfort.

September comes with spring, and warm and cool weather, favorable for visiting Huayna Picchu. June and July are the coldest months, with minimum temperatures as low as -2° C; avoid getting sick by wearing warm clothing, especially at night.

Normally, the weather does not make it difficult to enjoy the scenery and the unforgettable experience of seeing Machu Picchu from the top of Huayna Picchu, it should be noted that the rains are present in any month of the year, given its location on the edge of the jungle, with light intermittent showers. Despite this, Machu Picchu is always visited.

Advice from people who have been there

Huayna Picchu

By: Glebya D.

“Changing but Unique Climate“

“Visiting Huayna picchu is a unique experience, it is something magical and indescribable, I advise you to bring clothes for the 4 seasons, because early in the morning it is very cold, at noon it is hot and it can rain, also bring sunglasses and a cap.“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, October 21, 2024