Puerto Maldonado Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios, Peru, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 31°C (88°F). September is the warmest month at 32°C (90°F), while July is the coolest at 29°C (84°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 2570 mm (101 in) annually. February is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from October to April.
Monthly Temperature in Puerto Maldonado
The temperature in Puerto Maldonado remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in September to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 23°C (73°F) in September to around 19°C (66°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2570 mm (101 in) of rainfall annually. The climate in Puerto Maldonado shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in February, the wettest month, with an average of 423 mm (17 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Puerto Maldonado Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Puerto Maldonado by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Puerto Maldonado.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 81%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Puerto Maldonado
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Puerto Maldonado 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 29°C (84°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during May, June, July, August and September, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
