Machu Picchu Travel Guide
Machu Picchu travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 51°F (11°C) in Machu Picchu with partly cloudy. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 49°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.4/10 - marginal.
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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is 3.4°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 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,6 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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 Machu Picchu
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Coordinates: 13°9′47.2″S 72°32′42″W (-13.1631, -72.545)
Weather in Machu Picchu right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:57 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 72° / 49°
Thunderstorm · 100% rain · wind 5 mph
🌦️ 68° / 49°
Light showers · 92% rain · wind 3 mph
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 | 11:57 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Machu Picchu
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Machu Picchu.
Best time to visit Machu Picchu
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 62°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 51°F (11°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 78% and wind is 2 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 11:57 AM.
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 23, 2026 at 11:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
