Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Travel Guide
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Cusco. Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for an Inca estate above the Urubamba.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu with partly cloudy. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 52°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is June and July. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
Nearby highlights include Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 2.7°F below the 70°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 Historic Sanctuary of 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.
Map of Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545)
Weather in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:00 PM, Oct 28 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 70° / 55°
Thunderstorm · 97% rain · wind 4 mph
🌦️ 75° / 55°
Drizzle · 96% rain · wind 3 mph
Quick facts about Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| City | Cusco |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1983 |
| Known for | an Inca estate above the Urubamba |
| Local time | 10:00 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June and July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Best time to visit Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Go in June and July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu?
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Cusco. Its coordinates are -13.1631, -72.545. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 94% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu?
June and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu in?
Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 10:00 PM.
What are the top things to do in Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu?
Popular options include Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 October 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
