Huaycán de Pariachi

Ruins Pre-Columbian adobe pilgrimage complex near Lima

An archaeological complex in Lima’s valley, Huaycán de Pariachi contains pre-Columbian adobe constructions with Inca-period modifications. Visitors interested in Lima-region archaeology tour the ruins and interpretive panels.

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Huaycán de Pariachi
Huaycán de Pariachi archaeological site, Lima Region, Peru
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Best Time to Visit Huaycán de Pariachi #

Visit in the sunnier months (December-April) for warmer, clearer weather when outdoor sites are most pleasant to explore.

Sunny season (best)
December-April · 20-28°C
Warmer, sunnier months ideal for visiting outdoor archaeological sites around Lima and nearby valleys.
Cooler/foggy season
May-November · 15-22°C
Milder temperatures with frequent coastal fog (garúa) during winter months; cooler and less sunny but still accessible.

Weather & Climate near Huaycán de Pariachi #

Climate

Huaycán de Pariachi's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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