Machu Picchu Weather in July

What's the weather like in Machu Picchu (Cusco) in July 2024?

The climate in Machu Picchu during July can be summarized as mild and dry.

July is in the winter in Machu Picchu and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 25°C (76°F), whilst at night 9°C (47°F) is normal.

Machu Picchu weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 24.7°C 76.4°F
Nightly temperature 8.6°C 47.4°F
Average temperature 16.6°C 61.9°F
Daily sunshine 8.6 hrs
Avg rainfall 22 mm 0.9 ins
Rainy days 2 days
Sea temperature 18°C 64.3°F
Humidity 55%
Windspeed 11.2kph 7 mph

On average July is the 2nd driest month of the year in Machu Picchu with around 22mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 2 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine per day.

July temperatures in Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu average temperature in July

July rainfall

Machu Picchu average rain in July

July hourly sunshine

Machu Picchu average rain in July

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Machu Picchu in July 2024.

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Machu Picchu weather stats

Machu Picchu weather statistics
Hottest month: November 25.8°C 78.4°F
Driest month: June 17mm 0.7ins
Sunniest month: July 8.6hrs
Coldest month: July 24.3°C 75.7°F
Wettest month: March 151mm 5.9ins
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