Climate of Arequipa, Peru
Area-weighted average across Arequipa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Arequipa, a subdivision of Peru, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8.7°C / 47.7°F in July to 12.8°C / 55°F in February, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 70 mm / 2.8 in depending on the season (283 mm / 11.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C54.7°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 12.8°C55°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| March | 12.5°C54.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 11.8°C53.2°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| June | 9°C48.2°F | 1 mm0″ | — |
| July | 8.7°C47.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| August | 9°C48.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| September | 10.2°C50.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| October | 11.2°C52.2°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| November | 11.6°C52.9°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| December | 12.4°C54.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Arequipa?
Arequipa, Peru does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 12.8°C / 55°F, and the driest is June at 1 mm / 0 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Arequipa?
Arequipa, Peru has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8.7°C / 47.7°F in July to 12.8°C / 55°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 283 mm / 11.1 in, with the wettest month being February (70 mm / 2.8 in) and the driest June (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Arequipa?
The hottest month in Arequipa is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.8°C / 55°F.
What is the coldest month in Arequipa?
The coldest month in Arequipa is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 8.7°C / 47.7°F.
When does it rain most in Arequipa?
The wettest month in Arequipa is February, averaging about 70 mm / 2.8 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 1 mm / 0 in.