Best Time to Visit Arequipa
The best months to visit Arequipa are Jun, Jul, Aug. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jun, Jul, Aug
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Arequipa. Expect highs of 23°C to 23°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
May
24°C high
Coldest Month
June
9°C low
Driest Month
June
0 rain days
Wettest Month
February
28 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 21°C / Low: 12°C
16 rain days
February
High: 20°C / Low: 12°C
28 rain days
March
High: 20°C / Low: 12°C
17 rain days
April
High: 22°C / Low: 11°C
2 rain days
May
High: 24°C / Low: 11°C
1 rain days
June
High: 23°C / Low: 9°C
July
High: 23°C / Low: 10°C
August
High: 23°C / Low: 10°C
September
High: 24°C / Low: 12°C
0 rain days
October
High: 24°C / Low: 13°C
0 rain days
November
High: 24°C / Low: 12°C
2 rain days
December
High: 23°C / Low: 13°C
3 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Arequipa
Peak Season
June, July, August
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
May, September
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 21°C | 12°C | 16 | Off Season |
February | 20°C | 12°C | 28 | Off Season |
March | 20°C | 12°C | 17 | Off Season |
April | 22°C | 11°C | 2 | Off Season |
May | 24°C | 11°C | 1 | Shoulder Season |
June★ | 23°C | 9°C | 0 | Peak Season |
July★ | 23°C | 10°C | 0 | Peak Season |
August★ | 23°C | 10°C | 0 | Peak Season |
September | 24°C | 12°C | 0 | Shoulder Season |
October | 24°C | 13°C | 0 | Off Season |
November | 24°C | 12°C | 2 | Off Season |
December | 23°C | 13°C | 3 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Arequipa Walking Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Discover Arequipa on foot with a local guide who knows every backstreet and story. You will cover the must-see landmarks and stumble upon places most visitors never find.
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Arequipa Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
Eat your way through Arequipa with a local foodie as your guide. From bustling markets to tucked-away restaurants, taste the dishes the city is truly known for.
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Best of Arequipa: Skip-the-Line Top Attractions
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Day Trip from Arequipa: Scenic Excursion
Escape Arequipa for the day and explore the stunning surroundings. Transport, guide, and itinerary are all sorted so you can relax and enjoy the scenery.
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Arequipa Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
Go beyond sightseeing and connect with Arequipa's living culture. From hands-on workshops to historic neighbourhood walks, this is the side of the city most travellers miss.
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Cayma
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