Best Time to Hike Circuito de Huayhuash
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Circuito de Huayhuash, Peru, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Circuito de Huayhuash
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.6°C / 38°F | -3.6°C / 26°F | 222 mm | 31 |
| February | 3.4°C / 38°F | -3.5°C / 26°F | 229 mm | 27 |
| March | 3.5°C / 38°F | -3.3°C / 26°F | 262 mm | 31 |
| April | 4.1°C / 39°F | -4°C / 25°F | 118 mm | 27 |
| May | 4.1°C / 39°F | -3.8°C / 25°F | 74 mm | 21 |
| June | 3.9°C / 39°F | -4.5°C / 24°F | 33 mm | 13 |
| July | 4.4°C / 40°F | -5.5°C / 22°F | 29 mm | 8 |
| August | 4.8°C / 41°F | -5.3°C / 22°F | 47 mm | 14 |
| September | 4.7°C / 40°F | -4.8°C / 23°F | 110 mm | 20 |
| October | 3.7°C / 39°F | -4.4°C / 24°F | 170 mm | 28 |
| November | 3.6°C / 38°F | -4.4°C / 24°F | 202 mm | 28 |
| December | 3.9°C / 39°F | -4.4°C / 24°F | 171 mm | 25 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike Circuito de Huayhuash are June, July, August. Expect daytime highs around 4°C (39°F) and nights near -5°C (23°F).
Pack warm layers and a proper insulating jacket — nights get cold even in the best window.
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