Best time to visit

Best time to visit Peru

The dry season (May–September) is best for the Andes and Machu Picchu. Lima’s coast is warm December–March. The Amazon is accessible year-round.

Best monthsMay–September
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Month-by-month overview

Peru at a glance

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Rain (mm)1551401104010335204575110
Crowdslowlowlowmediummediumhighhighhighmediummediumlowmedium
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NotesWet season in AndesInca Trail closed—Dry season starts—Inti Raymi festivalClear skies; cold nights—————

Festivals & events

Inti Raymi

Jun

Inca Festival of the Sun re-enacted at Sacsayhuamán fortress in Cusco.

Mistura

Sep

Latin America’s largest food festival celebrating Peru’s acclaimed cuisine.

Qoyllur Rit’i

May–Jun

Pilgrimage to a glacier near Cusco blending Catholic and Andean traditions.

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