December · Peru
Best time to visit Huayna Picchu in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Huayna Picchu in December
Average temperature 15°C, 90 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.2/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Huayna Picchu scores 8.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 15°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Huayna Picchu is the sharp peak above Machu Picchu, climbed by Inca stone stairways to a high viewpoint.
December in Huayna Picchu: strong conditions, 10th of 12
Temperatures hover around 15°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Huayna Picchu in December?
- In December, Huayna Picchu averages 15°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Huayna Picchu?
- December earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Huayna Picchu in December?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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