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Peru (IL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Peru can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Peru can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold -1°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -10°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Peru is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1055 mm. The seasons in Peru, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 133 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 44 mm over 10 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Peru Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Peru (IL)

Wed   Dec 25
4°C | 0°C
E 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
10°C | 3°C
SE 4 m/s
1.6 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

Fri   Dec 27
11°C | 6°C
SE 5 m/s
4.2 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

The best time of year to visit Peru in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Peru?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • When is winter in Peru?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Peru?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Peru?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Peru?
    June tops the wettest month list with 133 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Peru?
    January is the driest month with 44 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.