Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
Manú Weather in January
January in Manú brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights around 22°C (72°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 299 mm (12 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
Rainfall in Manú in January
Manú is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 299 mm (12 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Manú in January
In January, Manú sees very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights drop to around 22°C (72°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. At 22°C (72°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.January in Manú has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Manú Temperature in January
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
299 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
15 days
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Best Places in Peru in January
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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 Manú in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Manú in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Manú 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
26°C (79°F) Lima
25°C (77°F) Arequipa
17°C (63°F) Puno15°C (59°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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