PeruThe weather in October in Machu Picchu
It's pleasantly warm in October in Machu Picchu with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 6°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Machu Picchu. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Machu Picchu, Peru. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2021, Machu Picchu reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In October, there is an average of 64 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Machu Picchu
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Machu Picchu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Machu Picchu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 64 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Machu Picchu with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Machu Picchu is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Machu Picchu, Peru. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Machu Picchu
Temperature in October in Machu Picchu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Machu Picchu, Peru. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Machu Picchu
Total precipitation in October in Machu Picchu over the years
Daily Snowfall in October in Machu Picchu
Snowfall in October in Machu Picchu per year
Daily UV index in October in Machu Picchu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Machu Picchu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Machu Picchu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.