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Puno weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Puno
May–Sep is dry and sunny, with freezing nights. Nov–Mar is rainy; Feb brings the Candelaria festival, the busiest and priciest period.
Puno weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan17°84 mm
- Feb17°92 mm
- Mar17°60 mm
- Apr16°25 mm
- May16°9 mm
- Jun15°2 mm
- Jul14°4 mm
- Aug15°5 mm
- Sep16°16 mm
- Oct18°34 mm
- Nov18°21 mm
- Dec18°71 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C63°F | 6°C42°F | 84 mm | 65% | Cool |
| February | 17°C62°F | 6°C42°F | 92 mm | 68% | Cool |
| March | 17°C62°F | 6°C42°F | 60 mm | 69% | Cool |
| April | 16°C61°F | 4°C40°F | 25 mm | 64% | Cool |
| May | 16°C60°F | 2°C35°F | 9 mm | 53% | Cool |
| June | 15°C58°F | 1°C34°F | 2 mm | 53% | Cool |
| July | 14°C58°F | 0°C33°F | 4 mm | 52% | Cool |
| August | 15°C60°F | 1°C34°F | 5 mm | 52% | Cool |
| September | 16°C62°F | 3°C37°F | 16 mm | 54% | Cool |
| October | 18°C64°F | 4°C40°F | 34 mm | 54% | Cool |
| November | 18°C65°F | 6°C42°F | 21 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| December | 18°C64°F | 6°C43°F | 71 mm | 60% | Cool |
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 Puno?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry and sunny, with freezing nights. Nov–Mar is rainy; Feb brings the Candelaria festival, the busiest and priciest period.
When is the rainy season in Puno?
Rain peaks in February with about 92 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Puno?
November, with average highs of 18°C (65°F).
How cold does Puno get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 0°C (33°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. Temperatures are adjusted by 2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.