Machu Picchu Map
Interactive map of Machu Picchu with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Machu Picchu is a tourist attraction in Cusco. Machu Picchu is a landmark known for the Inca citadel in the Andes.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Machu Picchu with overcast. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 45°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Machu Picchu is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February 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 Huayna Picchu.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 64°F is 4.5°F below the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Machu Picchu today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545)
Quick facts about Machu Picchu
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Cusco |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545) |
| Known for | the Inca citadel in the Andes |
| Local time | 7:45 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Machu Picchu?
Machu Picchu is a tourist attraction in Cusco. Its coordinates are -13.1631, -72.545. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Machu Picchu right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Machu Picchu, which has a temperate climate. January, February and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Machu Picchu in?
Machu Picchu observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 7:45 PM.
What are the top things to do in Machu Picchu?
Popular options include Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 24, 2026 at 7:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
