City in Madre de Dios, Peru
Puerto Maldonado weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Puerto Maldonado
May–Sep is drier and less humid, with fewer mosquitoes and better roads; Jun–Aug can have cool "friaje" days. Nov–Mar is hot and rainy.
Puerto Maldonado weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°333 mm
- Feb28°336 mm
- Mar28°237 mm
- Apr28°164 mm
- May27°90 mm
- Jun27°60 mm
- Jul28°49 mm
- Aug31°52 mm
- Sep33°68 mm
- Oct32°162 mm
- Nov31°197 mm
- Dec29°334 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 23°C73°F | 333 mm | 92% | Very wet |
| February | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 336 mm | 92% | Very wet |
| March | 28°C83°F | 23°C73°F | 237 mm | 92% | Rainy |
| April | 28°C82°F | 22°C72°F | 164 mm | 91% | Rainy |
| May | 27°C81°F | 21°C69°F | 90 mm | 91% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 60 mm | 89% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C82°F | 19°C67°F | 49 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 52 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| September | 33°C91°F | 22°C71°F | 68 mm | 69% | Hot |
| October | 32°C90°F | 23°C74°F | 162 mm | 75% | Rainy |
| November | 31°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 197 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| December | 29°C84°F | 23°C73°F | 334 mm | 88% | Very wet |
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 Puerto Maldonado?
May–Sep. May–Sep is drier and less humid, with fewer mosquitoes and better roads; Jun–Aug can have cool "friaje" days. Nov–Mar is hot and rainy.
When is the rainy season in Puerto Maldonado?
Rain peaks in February with about 336 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Oct–Apr.
What is the hottest month in Puerto Maldonado?
September, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Puerto Maldonado get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 19°C (67°F).
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Sources
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.