Arequipa Weather in October

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

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Arequipa Cabanaconde Chivay Yanque

Planning a trip to Arequipa, Peru this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Arequipa in October

Arequipa, Peru is a region in Peru. October in Arequipa generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Cotahuasi at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Arequipa at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Arequipa and -1°C (30°F) in Cotahuasi. On average, October is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Arequipa, Peru.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Arequipa, Peru, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Arequipa with an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Juliaca with 84 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Arequipa gets approximately 305 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Arequipa in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Arequipa, Peru?

Temperature range in Arequipa (October)

Precipitation variation in Arequipa (October)

Arequipa

In October Arequipa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
305 hours
311 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arequipa →

Cabanaconde

In October Cabanaconde generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cabanaconde →

Chivay

In October Chivay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Chivay →

Yanque

In October Yanque generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Yanque →

Juliaca

In October Juliaca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Juliaca →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Arequipa, in Peru.

In our records: Peru October extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest October day in Peru reached 41°C (106°F) in Sauce on October 12, 2012.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arequipa 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Cabanaconde 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Chivay 15°C (59°F) 0°C (32°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Yanque 15°C (59°F) 0°C (32°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Juliaca 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Coporaque 15°C (59°F) 0°C (32°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Arequipa weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Arequipa, Peru typically experiences perfect weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Arequipa average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Arequipa peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in October, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Arequipa averages just 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Arequipa, Peru.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Arequipa, Peru?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Arequipa, Peru with overall perfect weather in Arequipa. 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 perfect weather in Arequipa.

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