October · Peru
Best time to visit Huaraz in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Huaraz in October
Average temperature 10°C, 9 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
9.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
October in Huaraz scores 9.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 10°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Huaraz is the trekking hub of the Cordillera Blanca, with glacial lakes and snow peaks above the valley.
October in Huaraz tops the year's climate scores
October averages 10°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 9 mm for the month, with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Huaraz at 9.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Huaraz in October?
- In October, Huaraz averages 10°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Huaraz?
- October earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Huaraz in October?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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