Temperatures in July
It's cool to moderate in July in Machu Picchu with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 3°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Machu Picchu in July. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of July
The month of July starts in Machu Picchu with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-July
By mid-July, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 18°C, with nights close to 2°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Machu Picchu will be around 18°C, with nights close to 2°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Precipitation in July
In July, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in July. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The precipitation chance averages 16% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in July for Machu Picchu. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Machu Picchu in July |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 23°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 27°C | |
| Low Temp |
16°C | 21°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 52 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,6 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
June
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is July a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then July isn’t the best time to be in Machu Picchu. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Machu Picchu in July
With 26°C, Machu Picchu hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in July 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -8°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in July in Machu Picchu
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in July in Machu Picchu, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in July in Machu Picchu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in July for Machu Picchu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for July, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Machu Picchu.
Daily Snowfall in July in Machu Picchu
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in July in Machu Picchu, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in July.
Daily UV Index in July in Machu Picchu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July 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.
Temperature in July in Machu Picchu Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in July in Machu Picchu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in July in Machu Picchu Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in July in Machu Picchu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in July in Machu Picchu per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in July in Machu Picchu, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in July for Machu Picchu
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Average Weather in Machu Picchu by Month
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