Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Machu Picchu in November
Little changes in Machu Picchu from October: highs stay near 70°F (21°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), and about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (73 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What November feels like
Warm afternoons near 70°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.9 in (73 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – September).
- Last warm month for a while: December highs fall to 68°F.
- Comfort slips from 85/100 in October to 82/100.
- Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Machu Picchu in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Aguas Calientes Hot Springs
Public thermal pools at the top of town, popular after a day of hiking.
Why now November scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Huayna Picchu
Steep stone-step climb to the peak behind the classic view, with ruins at the top.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 2.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Mapacho Craft Beer Restaurant
Riverside restaurant pouring Cusco-brewed craft beer with Andean dishes.
Nearby in November
- Sacred Valley in November~33 mi · highs 65°F, 2.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cusco in November~46 mi · highs 64°F, 2.8 in rain · 4°C (7°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 97 in April – September. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain. Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Machu Picchu in November?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in November?
Some: about 2.9 in (73 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.8 in (732 mm).
What should I pack for Machu Picchu in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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