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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Pachacamac.
Pachacamac, Peru, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 22°C (72°F). February is the warmest month at 25°C (77°F), while August is the coolest at 19°C (66°F).
With just 222 mm (8.7 in) of annual rainfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate. The sunniest month is April, with 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The temperature in Pachacamac remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C (66°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in February to 15°C (59°F) in August.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Pachacamac has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 222 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall annually. Pachacamac can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 35 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation over 2 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 11 mm (0.4 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Pachacamac Precipitation page.
Pachacamac can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of April under a blue sky, with approximately 6.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in July, with only 1 hour of sunlight per day.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 85%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 81%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Pachacamac has very little rainfall year-round.
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in August to 25°C (77°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 222 mm (8.7 in). February is the wettest month with 35 mm (1.4 in), while April is the driest with 11 mm (0.4 in).
Pachacamac receives around 1,238 hours of sunshine per year. April is the sunniest month with 185 hours, while July is the cloudiest with just 30 hours.
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