The main components of climatic features and weather in Peru. What is the best time to go to Peru? Peru in May

Includes 3 climatic zones - Coast, Mountains and Jungle. And the climate in these regions is significantly different. However, even within the same climate zone it can differ significantly. This is due to many factors: the length of the country, the altitude above sea level, currents, and winds.

In general, Peruvian weather can be described as cool, but not cold. The low temperature is determined by the cold Humboldt Current (La Niña). Because of this, there is low humidity on the coast, and as a result, an abundance of deserts. Frosts occur only at high altitudes. On the north coast it holds up quite warm weather, since the cold Humboldt Current turns towards the equator, and the sea is favorable for swimming. Although Peru certainly cannot be called a country beach holiday, water "like new milk"It only happens here during warm currents" El Niño", but this phenomenon only happens about once every 3-8 years.

In general, the weather throughout the year is warm and clear. But at night, as a rule, it is cool, which is due to the high location of the city above sea level. From January to March there is rain, but the humidity is quite moderate.

Iquitos is located in the jungle of the Amazon River. There's a real one here tropical climate: all year round humid, hot, and heavy rain. From June to September the amount of rain is slightly less.

The weather is cool all year round with quite big amount sunny days. At night it is cold, even freezing. From November to March, rain is quite common.

The weather is smooth and comfortable all year round. There is practically no precipitation, but fog is very common. The sea is cold, you can swim only in February-March, and also when it comes warm current El Nino.

The coldest of the major Peruvian cities. There are frequent frosts at night, and 10-13 degrees Celsius during the day all year round. All this is because of quite high altitude cities above sea level. Hypoxia (altitude sickness) may be added to temperature discomfort. Rain occurs most often from December to March.

Trujillo is one of the most comfortable cities in Peru in terms of temperature. It is warm and not rainy here all year round. And from January to March, the ocean temperature is quite comfortable for swimming.

Chiclayo is a real resort town in northern Peru. The temperature is warm all year round, but the ocean warms up well only from January to March, this beach season.

Weather in Chincha Alta by month

Although Chincha Alta is located south of Lima, the temperature here is even a little warmer. Very comfortable climate, and from January to April the ocean is suitable for swimming.

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Peru has a diverse natural relief, so the country can be divided into several tourist areas. Each of them has its own characteristics climatic conditions. In this material, we will analyze the regions that are suitable for our tourists to relax, and we will tell you where and in what month the trip will be as comfortable as possible.

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Peru has a diverse natural topography, so the country can be divided into several tourist areas. Each of them has its own climatic conditions. In this material, we will analyze the regions that are suitable for our tourists to relax, and we will tell you where and in what month the trip will be as comfortable as possible.

If we talk about Peru as a whole, then there are two main seasons. Dry season or Peruvian winter, aka - high season. From May to October there is almost no rainfall here. The rainy season, or Peruvian summer, lasts from November to April. During this period the weather is less favorable. However, this division is very arbitrary: the temperature and humidity are strongly influenced by the same terrain, as well as the altitude above sea level. To understand in more detail, let's start studying individual regions.

Peru is divided into three key climatic zones s.

• East: tropical Amazon jungle.
• West: coastal desert.
• Central part: Andes and highlands.

Tropics in the Amazon jungle

It is recommended to plan a trip to the Amazon jungle and the eastern lowlands from June to September. At this time, precipitation often falls, but it is much less than in winter. River levels are falling, so the risk of flooding is minimal. The dry season is suitable for watching animals watering and migrating birds, for fishing, long walks and exploring the rich vegetation of the region.

From November to May it is the rainy season in these places, with frequent downpours that last for many hours. Humidity remains at 85%, while the air temperature in the tropical forests is very high - from 30 to 38 degrees Celsius.

Coastal desert

This area is the perfect place for a beach holiday in Peru. Coastal desert includes:

• Lima,
• Nazca,
• Chan-Chan,
• Sipan and Trujillo,
• Paracas Natural Park.

The weather here is hot and without precipitation from December to April. The water is heated to 23-25 ​​degrees, the air temperature ranges from 25 to 35 degrees. It is worth remembering that during high season local beaches are crowded with tourists and the residents of Peru themselves, so lovers of a secluded holiday need to choose a hotel very carefully.

If you are planning a vacation in Peru from May to November and want to visit the beaches, choose areas to the north: there the water is quite warm for swimming even in low season. The cities of Ica and Nazca are sunny and have rare precipitation throughout the year. In the central part and south of the country during this period the sky is usually overcast. By the way, the highest waves off the coast rise from May to November, so this period is recommended for those who plan to go surfing.

Andes and highlands

The best time to visit Machu Picchu or Cusco is during the dry season, which lasts from May to October. Rarely during these months it's raining, the sky is almost always cloudless, and the sun is shining, but not tiring: 20-25 degrees. This weather is favorable for sightseeing excursions from a bird's eye view: on a clear day you can see from the mountain peaks amazing views. Amateurs usually come here active rest, in particular, for traveling in the mountains and mountaineering.

After sunset, the air temperature drops rapidly, and as you climb the mountain it can drop to almost zero. At the same time, at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level, even during the day the air does not warm up above 10 degrees, and at night frosts are possible.

Russian summer - June, July and August - are the most favorable time for traveling in the Andes, weather wise. May and September are the seasons when the seasons change, so clouds and precipitation are possible. However, for those who want to avoid the crowds of tourists in the most popular places, these months are certainly suitable.

When is the least number of tourists in Peru?

The peak season, like in many other parts of the world, in Peru falls on the New Year celebration and Catholic Christmas. In addition, in December and January there are a huge number of both traditional Peruvian and internationally celebrated dates. Plus, the weather during these months is very favorable for beach holidays on the coast. That is, in winter you definitely won’t be able to retire and “meditate” in silence.

But, starting from February and ending in November, that is, the remaining ten months tourist sites, routes and top places are less crowded, and hotel prices allow you to save significantly.

The country where she reigned ancient civilization Incas, who built one of the new wonders of the world - Machu Picchu, - This Peru. The state, located in South America, boasts not only ancient history and culture, but also a series of the most famous natural attractions. This is where the deepest canyon in the world, Cotahuasi, is located. unique desert Nazca and the ancient Lake Titicaca.

The climate of this amazing country is no less bizarre. To truly get to know Peru, see all its main symbols, and also have a good rest on the coast, it is worth understanding the peculiarities of the local weather.

Climate zones of Peru

A country two-thirds of which is covered with thick tropical vegetation, stretches from north to south in the western part South America. Due to its large extent, Peru has several climate types:

• tropical desert - in the west of the country. The cold current in the Pacific Ocean dominates here, which brings dry weather. The western territories of the country are considered a continuation of the Atacama Desert. The hottest period is December-April.
• Subequatorial climate - in the east. The dry season is from April to October.
• High-rise - in the mountains.
• Tropical forests are humid and hot. The rainy season lasts from November to March.

Geographically, Peru can be divided into several landscape regions:

• Western coastal zone(Costa) . There is no heavy precipitation here, but this is more than compensated for by the Peruvian drizzle called garua - the so-called “falling fog”, which causes a lot of inconvenience, for example, in Lima, which is already deprived of tourists.
• Eastern Lowland (Selva)
• Mountains in the south (Montagna)
• Central extent from north to south (Sierra)

The cold Humboldt Current, as well as the high Andes, determine what the weather will be like in Peru in a given season.

Tourist seasons in Peru

The first thing you should pay attention to is that Peru is located in southern hemisphere, so our summer is the Peruvian winter.

The best time to visit the Sierra and Selva is considered to be June-August, and, conversely, in December-March it is better to go on vacation to the Peruvian coast.

Briefly about the tourist seasons:

• June – September – best time to visit Peru(you can go to the mountains to Machu Picchu, and to the Amazon River area, and visit the coast in the north of the country)
• January - March is a controversial period for visiting, as the rainy season continues (you can’t visit the mountains and the Amazon, but you can enjoy a beach holiday)
• May and September are the changing seasons in Peru and are characterized by unstable weather. This is used by those who are ready to go to budget holiday, agreeing to put up with the vagaries of the weather.
• The Amazon region has two seasons - dry and wet. Dry – June-October, wet – November-May. However, it rains there every day, just less in the dry season. Moreover, the humidity is about 85% all the time!

In Peru, be sure to try the local traditional dishes - ceviche (freshly marinated fish), fried guinea pig(the so-called “kui”), chichu (corn compote, somewhat similar to kvass), Inca-Cola (Peruvian analogue of Coca-Cola).

What to take with you

Wear multi-layered clothing for visiting the Andes – the temperature there changes dramatically throughout the day in almost any season. Don't forget your hat and sunscreen maximum degree of UV protection!

To visit the Amazon jungle - thick shoes, pants, long sleeves.

If you plan to visit the Amazon, it is worth getting vaccinated against yellow fever 10 days before your trip.

Weather in Peru by month

January

It is the rainy season in the Amazon and Peruvian mountains. At this time, you can go to the ocean coast, where there is no precipitation and the water temperature is about +20°C. The downside will be a large influx of beachgoers from all over the world who prefer to relax on the coast.

January-February are not the best months for traveling to Cusco and Machu Picchu, because due to heavy downpours In the mountains the roads are washed away, it will be very difficult to get there.

The maximum amount of precipitation in Peru occurs in January. The highest humidity is in the eastern lowlands.

February

Rainfall continues in the east of the country, as well as in the Sierra mountains. There is good cloudless weather in the coastal area, the ocean is warmed up to +21°C.

March

An excellent time for a beach holiday: there is no precipitation on the coast, and the temperature of the coastal waters reaches +23°C.

In March it is worth visiting the capital of the state, Lima, as well as other central areas. From December to March there is no heavy drizzle or fog.

You should not go to the Amazon and mountainous areas at this time - it is the rainy season there.

April

In April, the beach season comes to an end, the water becomes cooler (maximum +19°C), but you can still sunbathe on the coast. At this time, the weather in the mountains stabilizes, there are no more heavy rains, and the amount of precipitation in the east of the country decreases.

The highest mountain city in the world, La Riconada, is located in Peru.

May

May is the most favorable month for traveling around Peru. At this time, there is little rainfall throughout the country, which makes it possible to see the sights.

The only negative is that in May the coast is unsuitable for recreation; the surrounding area is increasingly covered in fog. But there is one place where the vagaries of the weather are not scary - in May you can successfully soak up the sun in the north-west of Peru near the city of Tumbes.

May is the time for the most low prices, since there are no crowds of tourists.

June

June is the month of mountain climbing. At this time there is almost no precipitation. Feel free to go to Machu Picchu, Cusco, and go mountain climbing.

In May-November there are ideal waves on the Peruvian coast. This attracts surfers from all over the world.

July

Most cold month year is especially felt in the mountains. But only at night, when the air temperature can drop below zero.

August

In August there are many tourists on the banks of the Amazon - the water temperature in the river reaches +25°C. Almost no one swims in the ocean at this time - the water temperature is no higher than +17°C.

September

Rainfall in the mountains and in the Amazon is increasing. At this time, the influx of tourists subsides, and prices for travel services drop significantly.

The Peruvian canyon is considered the deepest in the world, surpassing even Grand Canyon in Colorado (USA). The depth of Cotahuasi is 3.5 kilometers!

October

Not a very comfortable month for traveling around Peru. There is a lot of precipitation, there is no rain only on the ocean coast, but the water is unsuitable for swimming - maximum +16°C.

The cities of Ica and Nazca are considered the sunniest in Peru. The weather there is very comfortable almost all year round.

November

There are showers in the mountains and in the Amazon, so you can sunbathe on the coast Pacific Ocean, the water begins to warm up, and in November it is almost +18°C. Sometimes the overall impression can be spoiled by garua, but it does not last long in November.

December

The temperature of coastal waters is up to +19°C. On the eve of the New Year, many people open swimming season. From December to February it is worth visiting the coastal deserts of Peru.

In the Nazca Desert there are mysterious drawings, the bizarre shape of which can be seen from a bird's eye view. Their origin still remains a mystery.

Symbol of Peru

A pearl not only of Peru, but of the whole Latin America- This ancient city Incas Machu Picchu . Peru is famous throughout the world thanks to the thousands of steps carved from stone in the heart of the Andes. The Inca city was built in the shape of a condor - national symbol and the sacred bird of the people. Narrow streets among ancient buildings, ruins of temples and perfectly preserved steps - Machu Picchu is striking in its appearance. How were the Incas able to build this architectural miracle at an altitude of over 2500 meters in the mountains, raising stone boulders weighing several tons to such a height? This still remains a mystery. As well as where the Incan gold is located. When the city was opened to the world in 1911, no wealth was found in it. However, after 100 years, ancient underground labyrinths were found, and there is hope that further excavations will be able to lift the mysterious veil true reasons how the city was built, and where did one of the greatest civilizations peace.

Seeing Machu Picchu is a must when visiting Peru. It is better to go to the city of the Incas during the Peruvian winter. The city is located high in the mountains; there is no sweltering heat here like in the north of Peru. The rainy period occurs from November to March. At this time the air temperature here reaches +18°C. In April-October at this altitude it is quite cool - no higher than +15°C, but due to the fact that the sun warms up well, it is quite warm in the vicinity of Machu Picchu. A light sweater, skirt or jeans will be enough. Don't forget about your headdress.

It’s rare for tourists to stay overnight, but if your route (and such tours are popular now) requires it, it’s worth considering: in July it’s very cold at night in Machu Picchu. The temperature is around zero, or even lower.

The best time to visit the attraction is spring and autumn. The peak of tourist flow occurs in the period May-September. You can avoid queues and crowds of tourists by going to the city of the Incas in October or April.

You should definitely take sunscreen, a hat, a long-sleeved jacket and comfortable shoes with you (as you understand, there is no asphalt there). Don't forget to bring your passport - otherwise you won't be allowed into the city - the entrance ticket is only valid if you have an ID card. You can take a bottle of water and a camera with you - do not load a large backpack, otherwise you will be forced to leave it in the storage room ($2/hour). You are only allowed to take small hand luggage with you.

You should take care of purchasing tickets in advance; it is better to buy an electronic ticket, then you can accurately calculate the date of your visit. The fact is that the UNESCO historical and cultural heritage monument is carefully protected. In order to preserve it for future generations, it was decided to limit the flow of tourists to no more than 2,500 people/day.

Peru is located in an active seismic zone. Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are common here. Interestingly, destructive force nature usually avoids Machu Picchu - main symbol countries.

Weather in cities and resorts by month

Lima

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	But I	Dec
Average maximum, °C	26	27	26	24	22	20	19	18	19	20	22	24
Average minimum, °C	19	19	19	18	16	15	15	15	15	15	16	18

Weather in Lima by month

Arequipa

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	But I	Dec
Average maximum, °C	22	21	21	22	22	21	21	22	22	23	23	22
Average minimum, °C	9	9	9	7	6	6	6	6	6	7	7	8
Rains, mm	28	36	21	1	0	0	0	2	1	0	1	4

Arequipa weather by month

Iquitos

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	But I	Dec
Average maximum, °C	32	32	32	31	31	30	31	32	32	32	32	32
Average minimum, °C	22	22	22	22	22	21	21	21	21	22	22	23
Rains, mm	279	227	279	310	274	190	182	165	189	242	260	282

Peru is, first of all, hiking, eco-tourism and nature reserves, That's why good weather extremely important. Who wants to explore the famous city of the Incas in pouring rain or during thick fog? But even the locals won’t tell you when or what month is best to go to this South American country. Peru has several climate zones, but none of them boast stable weather. The reason for this is the mountainous terrain and cold currents. And, of course, we must not forget that Peru is located below the equator and that means everything is the other way around: our winter is summer; our summer is winter.

Summer months: December-January-February

You need to have time to visit all the places you are interested in before mid-December, because then the rainy season begins. This heavy rains, which wash away roads and villages, rivers overflow their banks. There is a chance to get stuck in some village, faced with a blockage of stones on the road. In January 2010, about 4 thousand people became hostages due to weather conditions and they were evacuated by helicopter. Local residents are used to this and are practically in no hurry to get anywhere, taking the weather for granted. There may be fog in the mountains.

Off-season: March-April-May

Arriving in Peru in March, it is still possible to experience rain, but every day it will be less and less frequent. Machu Picchu opens in April.

The dry season begins. The probability of rain in April-May is very low. Hotel prices are starting to rise.

Winter months: June-July-August

At night the temperature can drop to zero degrees. Warm clothing is required! There is practically no heating in the hotels; a heater can be provided upon request, but this will not help the situation much. But this is the time for hiking and mountain climbing. The temperature during the day rises to 20-22 degrees. But you can get sunburned instantly, so be careful and use creams. It is best to dress in layers so that if the temperature rises, you can take off some of your clothes.

Off-season: September-October-November

If someone tells you that the best time to visit Peru is September-October, do not believe it. At this time it is still quite uncomfortable. The temperature, of course, is quite high, about 10 degrees in the morning, but with 100% humidity and constant wind, it feels a little different. And here November is truly THE best month for the trip. The weather is becoming more stable, the rains have not yet arrived, and hotel prices have not yet risen (they rise in December) and there are still no crowds of tourists.

In addition to the disgusting (there is no other way to say it) climate, Peru has another a big problem- earthquakes. This is a real disaster for a poor country, but Peruvians somehow manage to coexist with it, rebuilding their simple homes and restoring roads. Most likely it is due to kinship with the Incas - these calm and wise people.