Mild
Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
January verdict
Peru in January
Weather score51Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 5.7h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 89mm, so some wet days are possible.
January weather
Monthly averages
Temp
23°C
Rain
89mm
Sun
5.7h
Sea
10°C
Weather score
51
Mixed
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 89mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 5.7h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 10°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Peru with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
January23°C average high
January sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to May and November to December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
January89mm average rain
January is one of Peru's wettest months, so rain is likely to be a major planning factor.
Driest monthsMay to September
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
January5.7 hours average sun
January is close to Peru's usual sunshine level, with limited seasonal swing across the year.
Brightest monthsApril to August and October to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
January10°C average sea
January sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to May and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 10°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
January51 weather score
January is close to Peru's usual weather score, with limited month-to-month change.
Best weather monthsAll year
The weather score stays consistently strong through the year.
