Machu Picchu weather in July (Cusco, Peru)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Machu Picchu this July? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In July, Machu Picchu typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 15°C. At night, they generally drop to 3°C. July often features the most temperate temperatures compared to other months.

Precipitation

Machu Picchu in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 2 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 257 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, July is one of the better months to visit Machu Picchu. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Machu Picchu climate page with graphs.

 

Machu Picchu, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 54 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cusco, Peru (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in July

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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