Machu Picchu · WinterMonth summary
Machu Picchu weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
15°C – 21°C
🌧 Rainy days
97% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Machu Picchu in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: January is a difficult time for Machu Picchu. July (7.5/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Machu Picchu in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
🎯 Low season — 21°C and limited conditions. Upside: lower prices and few tourists Even in winter, Machu Picchu enjoys 21°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 97% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 15°C | 21°C | 97% | 10.5 | 9.5h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 15°C | 21°C | 98% | 10.0 | 8.7h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 14°C | 21°C | 96% | 8.9 | 9.3h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 14°C | 21°C | 83% | 5.8 | 10.3h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 13°C | 21°C | 53% | 2.6 | 10.4h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 12°C | 20°C | 37% | 1.5 | 10.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 11°C | 21°C | 34% | 1.5 | 10.3h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 12°C | 21°C | 49% | 2.3 | 10.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 13°C | 21°C | 80% | 5.3 | 10.8h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 14°C | 21°C | 87% | 7.1 | 10.3h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 14°C | 21°C | 93% | 8.2 | 9.2h | 5.1/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 15°C | 21°C | 96% | 9.6 | 9.0h | 4.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Machu Picchu averages 21°C, 97% rainy days and 9.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.9/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -63%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Machu Picchu in January
Is January a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
January is not recommended for Machu Picchu (score 4.9/10). With 97% rainy days and 9.5h of sunshine, consider July (7.5/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in January?
Yes, 97% of days see rain in January. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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