End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Machu Picchu in September
Machu Picchu's warmest month brings highs averaging 71°F (22°C), lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
At 92/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 0.9 in (22 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 52°F (11°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain.
Plan around September
September is one of Machu Picchu's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 85/100.
- Comfort slips from 96/100 in August to 92/100.
- September sits inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Machu Picchu in September
September 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 September scores 92/100 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 71°F and 0.9 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.
Mapacho Craft Beer Restaurant
Riverside restaurant pouring Cusco-brewed craft beer with Andean dishes.
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 September
- Sacred Valley in September~33 mi · highs 64°F, 0.7 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cusco in September~46 mi · highs 63°F, 0.7 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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain. September is inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
How hot is Machu Picchu in September?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in September?
Not much: about 0.9 in (22 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.8 in (732 mm).
What should I pack for Machu Picchu in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Machu Picchu
Routes in season in September
- Cusco & Machu Picchu May – Sep
Planning Machu Picchu in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.