January · Peru
Best time to visit Machu Picchu in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
5.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 314 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Sunny days
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Machu Picchu scores 5.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 15°C, 314 mm of rain, and roughly 25 sunny days this month.
Andean citadel mornings feel clearest in the wet-season shoulder from November through March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Machu Picchu in January?
- In January, Machu Picchu averages 15°C, 314 mm of rain, and about 25 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
- January earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Machu Picchu in January?
- Expect about 314 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 25 sunny days.
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