Peak wet season in much of the country's interior and Amazon basin; heavy rain can interrupt river travel and make some rural roads impassable. Coastal areas remain relatively temperate but can be humid.
Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Peru in February.
Tumbes & Piura
February keeps the north coastal towns hot and muggy, with frequent afternoon cloudbursts especially inland around Chulucanas and Olmos; the sea is warm and very inviting for surfers and swimmers. Locals warn that El Niño years amplify rain and flooding at this time, so check recent weather reports if planning remote beach camping. Crowds are moderate - this is high summer locally - and beachfront hosterías fill up on weekends.
Lima, Paracas, Ica
February turns the central coast sultry, and sand temperatures in Ica and Paracas can make dune-buggying sweaty but fun; occasional short storms are possible farther inland. Lima itself still enjoys mild, sunny pockets between marine layers, but humidity is high. This is wine-harvest season in the Ica valley and a lively time for vineyard visits - book tastings in advance.
Nasca, Arequipa lowlands
February stays hot and arid across the southern coast and Nazca, though occasional coastal humidity drifts inland near the foothills; Nazca flights and viewpoint visits remain excellent. Arequipa retains warm days and cool nights; this is still a busy time for domestic tourism so reserve restaurants and city tours. High daytime temperatures are perfect for visiting Candelabra and the surrounding pre-Inca geoglyphs.
Huaraz, Cajamarca, Ancash
February remains wet and unsettled across the northern highlands with frequent cloudbursts that obscure peaks like Huascarán; the Inca Trail farther south is also in its wet season but this region specifically sees the brunt. Landslides can block mountain roads, so keep flexible itineraries. Hot springs around Huaraz are a popular, accessible consolation on rainy afternoons.
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Puno, Colca
February remains wet with some of the heaviest rainfall of the year - the Inca Trail is officially closed for maintenance this month, and landslides can interrupt rail services to Machu Picchu. Puno and Lake Titicaca see intermittent storms and choppy waters, making reed-boat trips less comfortable. This is low season for international visitors; you’ll find quieter plazas and lower prices if you don’t mind showers.
Loreto, Madre de Dios & Manu
February remains wet and hot with frequent thunderstorms and swollen tributaries - Manaos to Iquitos river navigation is easy but some terrestrial trails are impassable. This is a high-water time for canoe safaris and lake exploration around Pacaya-Samiria, offering close sightings of river dolphins and birds that concentrate on remaining sandbars. Expect sticky nights and heavy, insect-prone evenings.
A major folkloric and religious festival in Puno, typically held in early February with dances and parades.
See how February compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.