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 at a Glance#

Address: Huaycán de Pariachi archaeological site, Lima Region, Peru

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.

Air Quality: AQI 75 Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 17° - 25° 21° 4 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
February - 17° - 26° 22° 4 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
March - 17° - 26° 22° 5 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
April - 16° - 25° 20° 0 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
May - 14° - 23° 18° 0 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
June - 12° - 21° 17° 0 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
July - 12° - 20° 16° 0 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
August - 12° - 20° 16° 0 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
September - 12° - 21° 16° 1 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
October - 13° - 22° 17° 1 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
November - 14° - 23° 18° 0 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
December - 16° - 24° 20° 1 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -

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