Normal weather for Peru in April
It's cool in April in Peru with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 6°C.
In April, there is an average of 130 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. Of the total precipitation, about 39 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Peru in April |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
11°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
6°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
130 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
17 days | 7 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
39 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
11 days | 0 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Peru with cold temperatures, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights close to -1°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 12°C, with nights close to 2°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Peru will be around 14°C, with nights close to 4°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
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 April a good time to visit Peru?
After some sun? Then April isn’t the best time to be in Peru. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Peru in April
With 30°C, Peru hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -14°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Peru
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Peru, 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 April in Peru
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Peru, 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 April, you can expect around 17 days of rain in Peru.
Daily Snowfall in April in Peru
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Peru, 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 April.
Daily UV Index in April in Peru
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Peru, 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 April in Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Peru, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Peru, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Peru per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Peru, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in April for Peru
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Peru by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Peru. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
