Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Machu Picchu in July
Little changes in Machu Picchu from June: highs stay near 69°F (20°C), lows near 49°F (9°C), and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls.
At 97/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 18 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs near 69°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 49°F (9°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Plan around July
July is one of Machu Picchu's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (97 → 97/100).
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Machu Picchu in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Inti Punku (Sun Gate)
Gateway on the Inca Trail with the first view down onto the citadel.
Why now July scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Aguas Calientes Hot Springs
Public thermal pools at the top of town, popular after a day of hiking.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mapacho Craft Beer Restaurant
Riverside restaurant pouring Cusco-brewed craft beer with Andean dishes.
Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary
The Inca citadel on its ridge, visited on fixed circuit routes with timed entry.
Inca Bridge
Short cliffside trail to a log bridge built into a sheer rock face.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Sacred Valley in July~33 mi · highs 62°F, 0.4 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cusco in July~46 mi · highs 61°F, 0.4 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,766 m to Machu Picchu's ~2,440 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Machu Picchu in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 69°F (20°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
How hot is Machu Picchu in July?
Average highs are 69°F (20°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in July?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.8 in (732 mm).
What should I pack for Machu Picchu in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Machu Picchu
Routes in season in July
- Cusco & Machu Picchu May – Sep
Planning Machu Picchu in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.