Geography of Huayna Picchu
Geography of Huayna Picchu: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Huayna Picchu
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is 1 mi to the south, Machu Picchu is 1 mi to the south, Lake Titicaca is 280 mi to the south-east and Lima is 313 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 13°9′21.6″S 72°32′49.2″W (-13.156, -72.547)
Quick facts about Huayna Picchu
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| City | Cusco |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 13°9′21.6″S 72°32′49.2″W (-13.156, -72.547) |
| Elevation | 8.835 ft |
| Known for | the peak above Machu Picchu |
| Local time | 10:33 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Huayna Picchu is a mountain in Cusco. Huayna Picchu is a mountain known as the peak above Machu Picchu. It sits at 8.835 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Huayna Picchu with partly cloudy. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 46°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Huayna Picchu is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. February, March and October tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 70°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
Nearby highlights include Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Huayna Picchu today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Huayna Picchu month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68° | 53° | 13,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 67° | 52° | 11,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 68° | 52° | 12,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 50° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 69° | 48° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 68° | 46° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 45° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 47° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 48° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 69° | 51° | 9,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 68° | 52° | 11,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 68° | 53° | 11,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Huayna Picchu?
Huayna Picchu is a mountain in Cusco. Its coordinates are -13.156, -72.547. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Huayna Picchu right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 41% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Huayna Picchu?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Huayna Picchu, which has a temperate climate. February, March and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Huayna Picchu in?
Huayna Picchu observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 10:33 AM.
What are the top things to do in Huayna Picchu?
Popular options include Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 10:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
