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Maras Weather in February
February in Maras brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.
Rainfall in Maras in February
As part of the rainy season, Maras sees around 25 days of rain in February, with an average of 263 mm (10 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Maras in February
Daytime temperatures in Maras reach 14°C (57°F) in February, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Maras in February
You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 122 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Maras. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Maras Temperature in February
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
83%
Precipitation
263 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
25 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
122 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Cusco, Peru (31 KM, 19 Miles).
Maras Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Maras typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in February
Daily Historical Precipitation
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in February
Historical weather records for Maras in February
Browse day-by-day weather records for Maras spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Maras historical weather extremes in February
According to our 40 years of weather records for Maras, the following extremes were recorded between 1986 and 2026.
- The warmest day in February was on February 1, 1998, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in February was 10°C (50°F), recorded on February 9, 1987.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in February was 3°C (37°F) (February 26, 2007).
- Peak precipitation in February occurred on February 10, 2013, when 115 mm (4.5 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Peru in February
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in February →
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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 Maras in February
Pack for changing conditions in Maras in February. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Maras in February
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Maras 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in February
Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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