Best Time to Visit Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Peru
Chachapoyas is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Chachapoyas for sunny, dry weather is June–August — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–September and December–January; the wetter half falls in February–April and October–November. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 15.2°C / 59.4°F in July to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in November, with rainfall from 36 mm / 1.4 in (August) to 128 mm / 5 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Peru's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chachapoyas'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 15.7°C60.3°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 15.2°C59.4°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 15.5°C59.9°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chachapoyas?
The best time to visit Chachapoyas for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is August with about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chachapoyas's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chachapoyas?
The rainy season at Chachapoyas, Amazonas runs through February–April and October–November, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 86 mm / 3.4 in. The wettest single month is March (128 mm / 5 in).
What is the driest month in Chachapoyas?
The driest month in Chachapoyas is August, averaging about 36 mm / 1.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chachapoyas?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chachapoyas — based on point-value climate at the city — are February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 128 mm / 5 in in March, and the coldest month averages 15.2°C / 59.4°F.
Is Chachapoyas climate different from Peru overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chachapoyas 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 Chachapoyas specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.