Best Time to Hike Santa Cruz Trek
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for Santa Cruz Trek, Peru, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on Santa Cruz Trek
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F0°C | 23°F-5°C | 220 mm | 28 |
| February | 32°F0°C | 23°F-5°C | 196 mm | 25 |
| March | 32°F0°C | 24°F-5°C | 225 mm | 25 |
| April | 33°F0°C | 23°F-5°C | 125 mm | 19 |
| May | 32°F0°C | 22°F-6°C | 66 mm | 10 |
| June | 31°F0°C | 21°F-6°C | 50 mm | 13 |
| July | 31°F-1°C | 19°F-8°C | 41 mm | 8 |
| August | 33°F0°C | 18°F-8°C | 51 mm | 12 |
| September | 33°F0°C | 20°F-7°C | 53 mm | 13 |
| October | 32°F0°C | 21°F-6°C | 161 mm | 23 |
| November | 32°F0°C | 21°F-6°C | 174 mm | 24 |
| December | 33°F1°C | 20°F-7°C | 113 mm | 20 |
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 Santa Cruz Trek are July, August, September. Expect daytime highs around 32°F0°C and nights near 19°F-7°C.
Pack warm layers and a proper insulating jacket — nights get cold even in the best window.
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