Peru weather in October
Planning a getaway to Peru this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Peru in October?
Peru offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from moderate to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Huaraz at 12°C to very warm in Pucallpa at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Pucallpa and 2°C in Huaraz.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Paracas with an average of 0.8 mm to heavy rainfall in Huanuco with 321 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 66 hours of sunshine in Lima. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Peru, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Peru's yearly weather, check out our Peru climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Peru?
Average weather in Lima
In October Lima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Cusco
In October Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Arequipa
In October Arequipa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Puno
In October Puno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu
In October Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Peru.
Is October the best time to visit Peru?
In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Peru with overall perfect weather in Lima. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Lima.
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