Best Time to Visit Cajamarca, Cajamarca, Peru
Cajamarca is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Cajamarca for sunny, dry weather is May and August–September — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–September and November–December; the wetter half falls in October and January–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.7°C / 56.7°F in July to 14.5°C / 58.1°F in January, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (July) to 123 mm / 4.8 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cajamarca, Cajamarca, Peru's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Cajamarca'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 14.2°C57.6°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 14°C57.2°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 14.3°C57.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cajamarca?
The best time to visit Cajamarca for sunny, dry weather is May, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 14.5°C / 58.1°F, and the driest is July with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Cajamarca's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Cajamarca?
The rainy season at Cajamarca, Cajamarca runs through October and January–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 83 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is March (123 mm / 4.8 in).
What is the driest month in Cajamarca?
The driest month in Cajamarca is July, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 13.7°C / 56.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Cajamarca?
The least comfortable months for travel to Cajamarca — based on point-value climate at the city — are February, March, May, June, July, August, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 123 mm / 4.8 in in March, and the coldest month averages 13.7°C / 56.7°F.
Is Cajamarca climate different from Peru overall?
Yes, usually. Our Cajamarca 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 Cajamarca specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.