City, Peru
Arequipa weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Arequipa
Apr–Nov is dry and sunny, with cold nights in Jun–Aug. Jan–Mar is the rainy season; Colca and volcano treks are muddy and slippery.
Arequipa weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°35 mm
- Feb24°47 mm
- Mar24°25 mm
- Apr24°6 mm
- May24°2 mm
- Jun24°0 mm
- Jul23°2 mm
- Aug24°1 mm
- Sep25°3 mm
- Oct26°7 mm
- Nov26°4 mm
- Dec25°16 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C75°F | 12°C53°F | 35 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C74°F | 12°C53°F | 47 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 11°C53°F | 25 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C76°F | 11°C51°F | 6 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 9°C47°F | 2 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 8°C46°F | 0 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C74°F | 8°C46°F | 2 mm | 34% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 8°C47°F | 1 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 9°C49°F | 3 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C78°F | 10°C50°F | 7 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 11°C51°F | 4 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| December | 25°C76°F | 11°C52°F | 16 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
Best months across Peru
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Lima | Dec–Apr | Mar (30°C) |
| Cusco | May–Sep | Nov (18°C) |
| Machu Picchu | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (23°C) |
| Arequipa | Apr–Oct | Nov (26°C) |
| Sacred Valley | May–Sep | Nov (20°C) |
| Huacachina | Oct–Apr | Mar (31°C) |
| Máncora | Dec–Apr | Mar (27°C) |
| Huaraz | May–Sep | Sep (24°C) |
| Puno | May–Sep | Nov (18°C) |
| Paracas | Dec–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Iquitos | Jun–Sep | Sep (29°C) |
| Nazca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Mar (29°C) |
| Puerto Maldonado | May–Sep | Sep (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Arequipa?
Apr–Oct. Apr–Nov is dry and sunny, with cold nights in Jun–Aug. Jan–Mar is the rainy season; Colca and volcano treks are muddy and slippery.
When is the rainy season in Arequipa?
Rain peaks in February with about 47 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Arequipa?
November, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Arequipa get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 8°C (46°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- PROMPERÚ (Peru Travel)
- Cruz del Sur
- Servicio Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas (SERNANP)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 6.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.