Best Time to Visit Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
Arequipa is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Arequipa for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–November; the wetter half falls in December–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.4°C / 57.9°F in June to 15.9°C / 60.6°F in January, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (April) to 21 mm / 0.8 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Arequipa's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.9°C60.6°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15.7°C60.3°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 15.8°C60.4°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 15.5°C59.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 15°C59°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 14.4°C57.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 14.4°C57.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14.7°C58.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15.3°C59.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 15.6°C60.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.6°C60.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.9°C60.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Arequipa?
The best time to visit Arequipa for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 15.9°C / 60.6°F, and the driest is April with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Arequipa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Arequipa?
The rainy season at Arequipa, Arequipa runs through December–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 1 mm / 0 in. The wettest single month is February (21 mm / 0.8 in).
What is the driest month in Arequipa?
The driest month in Arequipa is April, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Arequipa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Arequipa — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 21 mm / 0.8 in in February, and the coldest month averages 14.4°C / 57.9°F.
Is Arequipa climate different from Peru overall?
Yes, usually. Our Arequipa figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Peru figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Arequipa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.