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Huancayo Weather in April
April in Huancayo sees daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. With around 120 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Huancayo in April
Typically around 13 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 120 mm (4.7 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in Huancayo in April
Huancayo in April gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, April is a great time to visit.
Huancayo Temperature in April
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
120 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
80%
Huancayo Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Huancayo in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Huancayo spanning 26 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Huancayo historical weather extremes in April
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Huancayo between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in April was on April 13, 2024, with a maximum of 23°C (73°F).
- On April 6, 2011, Huancayo saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 8°C (46°F).
- The coldest night in April in Huancayo was on April 25, 2013, with a minimum of -2°C (28°F).
- The wettest April day on record brought 22 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation to Huancayo (April 20, 2026).
Best Places in Peru in April
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in April →
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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).
What to Wear in Huancayo in April
The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
What To Do in Huancayo in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Huancayo 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
25°C (77°F) Lima
23°C (73°F) Arequipa
18°C (64°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Puno15°C (59°F) Cusco
16°C (61°F) Urubamba
14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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