July · Peru
Best time to visit Machu Picchu in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Machu Picchu in July
Average temperature 14°C, 31 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.4/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Machu Picchu scores 9.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 14°C, 31 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Andean citadel mornings feel clearest in the wet-season shoulder from November through March.
July: the best month of the year in Machu Picchu
July averages 14°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 31 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 daylight hours.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Machu Picchu at 9.4/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. 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 Machu Picchu in July?
- In July, Machu Picchu averages 14°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
- July earns a 9.4/10 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 July?
- Expect about 31 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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