Machu Picchu Travel Guide
Machu Picchu travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 56°F (14°C) in Machu Picchu with light drizzle. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 51°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.8/10 - 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 72°F is 3.4°F above 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. Visibility is down to 0,2 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 7:09 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 68° / 55°
Light drizzle · 97% rain · wind 4 mph
🌦️ 74° / 56°
Light drizzle · 93% rain · wind 4 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 | 7:09 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | June and July |
| 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 and July. 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 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 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 56°F (14°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 99% and wind is 1 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 7:09 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 October 26, 2026 at 7:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
