Arequipa

Arequipa Weather in April

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

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Arequipa Cabanaconde Chivay Yanque

Planning a journey to Arequipa, Peru this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Arequipa in April

Arequipa, Peru is a region in Peru. The weather in Arequipa in April can be quite varied, with mild temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Cotahuasi to 18°C (64°F) in Arequipa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Arequipa and 0°C (32°F) in Cotahuasi.

To explore the conditions in Arequipa, Peru in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Arequipa with an average of 7 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Cotahuasi with 131 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Arequipa enjoys about 294 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Arequipa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arequipa - and find the best time to visit. (based on Arequipa)

January17°C (63°F) February16°C (61°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May19°C (66°F) June19°C (66°F) July19°C (66°F) This monthAugust19°C (66°F) September20°C (68°F) October20°C (68°F) November20°C (68°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Arequipa in April

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

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 Arequipa

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Arequipa, Peru?

Temperature range in Arequipa (April)

Precipitation variation in Arequipa (April)

Arequipa

In April Arequipa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
247 hours
294 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
less favorable
very good
excellent
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Cabanaconde

In April Cabanaconde generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
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Chivay

In April Chivay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Yanque

In April Yanque generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Juliaca

In April Juliaca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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In our records: Peru April extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Peru brought 300 mm (12 in) in Sauce on April 15, 2013.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arequipa in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arequipa 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Cabanaconde 14°C (57°F) 1°C (34°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Chivay 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Yanque 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Juliaca 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Coporaque 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Arequipa weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arequipa, Peru in April?

April in Arequipa, Peru brings excellent weather. In Arequipa, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Arequipa, Peru in April?

Arequipa averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Arequipa, Peru get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Arequipa averages just 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Arequipa, Peru.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Arequipa, Peru?

We consider April to be one of the best times to travel to Arequipa, Peru. Typically, the climate in Arequipa is very good. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Arequipa, Peru is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Arequipa.

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