Guide Puerto Maldonado

Coastal Region (Lima, Paracas, Ica)

Best Time: December to March

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: Coastal Peru is best during the summer months of December to March, with warm and sunny weather, ideal for beach activities. The rest of the year tends to be cooler and foggy, especially from May to September.

Worst Time: There's no major “worst” time, but May to September is cooler and can be overcast.

Highlands (Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu)

Best Time: May to September

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: The dry season (May to September) offers the clearest skies and pleasant temperatures, ideal for trekking and visiting ruins like Machu Picchu.

Worst Time: The rainy season from January to February can lead to mudslides, making travel difficult.

Amazon Rainforest (Iquitos, Puerto Maldonado)

Best Time: May to September

Month	Best Time	Average Time	Worst Time
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Climate: The dry season from May to September is ideal for exploring the rainforest, with lower water levels, more wildlife visibility, and fewer mosquitoes.

Worst Time: Heavy rains from November to March can cause flooding and make jungle treks difficult.

Key:

 Green: Best time to visit.

 Orange: Average time to visit, decent weather but with some drawbacks.

 Red: Worst time to visit due to heavy rains or other extreme conditions.

This guide will help you determine the best time to visit each region of Peru to make the most of your trip!