Peru

Peru Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Peru in October.

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Lima Cusco Arequipa Iquitos

Planning a trip to Peru this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Peru in October

Peru offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Huancavelica at 12°C (54°F) to very warm in Pucallpa at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Pucallpa and 1°C (34°F) in Huancavelica.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Peru, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Paracas with an average of 0.8 mm (0.03 in) to heavy rainfall in Huanuco with 321 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Lima receives around 66 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Peru in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Peru.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Peru

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Peru?

Temperature range in Peru (October)

Precipitation variation in Peru (October)

Lima

In October Lima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
39 hours
66 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lima →

Cusco

In October Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
198 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Cusco →

Arequipa

In October Arequipa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
305 hours
311 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arequipa →

Puno

In October Puno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Puno →

Machu Picchu

In October Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
198 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Machu Picchu →

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In our records: Peru October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Peru in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest October day in Peru reached 41°C (106°F) in Sauce on October 12, 2012.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Peru in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lima 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Cusco 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Arequipa 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Iquitos 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Cajamarca 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 269 mm (11 in)
Piura 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)

Peru weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Peru in October?

Expect perfect weather across Peru in October. The popular destination of Lima averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Peru in October?

Average temperatures in Peru during October range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Lima.

Does Peru get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Peru during October, with Lima averaging close to 13 mm (0.5 in).

Is October a Good 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.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Peru.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Peru? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Peru.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

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