Attraction in Cusco

Current Local Time in Machu Picchu

Current local time and time zone in Machu Picchu, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 44°F now🕔 12:41 PM local📅 Best: June and July

Current local time in Machu Picchu

12:41 PM
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Lima
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now5:41 PM
Sunrise5:33 AM
Sunset5:46 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:33 AM
Sunset5:46 PM
Daylight12h 13m
Solar noon11:39 AM
Golden hour (am)5:33 AM - 6:33 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:46 PM - 5:46 PM
Blue hour (am)5:03 AM - 5:33 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:46 PM - 6:16 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 77%
Moonrise10:45 PM
Moonset9:25 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Machu Picchu

TypeAttraction
CityCusco
CountryPeru
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545)
Known forthe Inca citadel in the Andes
Local time12:41 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJune and July
ClimateTemperate

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 44°F (7°C) in Machu Picchu with partly cloudy. It feels like 39°F. Today runs from 40°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 49%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.6/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Machu Picchu is June and July. 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 74°F is 5.8°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Machu Picchu today at 9.3/10. Visibility is down to 0,2 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.

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Coordinates: 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545)

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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 44°F (7°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 78% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?

June and July 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 12:41 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 October 1, 2026 at 12:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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