Lake Lagunillas
Lake High Andean lake in Puno Department, Peru
How to Get to Lake Lagunillas #
Lake Lagunillas is in the Department of Puno. Travel usually begins in Puno city, followed by a road journey on regional highways and smaller rural roads to the lake area. Local minibuses and hired transport from Puno serve surrounding communities.
Tips for Visiting Lake Lagunillas #
- Combine with visits to nearby Andean communities to learn about local lake stewardship practices.
- Acclimatize to altitude before extensive hiking-the lake is in the high Puno plateau.
- Early morning provides still water reflections and clearer photos with fewer winds.
Best Time to Visit Lake Lagunillas #
Best in the dry season (May-September) for clear skies and easier travel at high altitude.
Weather & Climate near Lake Lagunillas #
Lake Lagunillas's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -6°C to 15°C. Moderate rainfall (758 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of -6°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -6°C. Almost no rain.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
