Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Machupicchu, Peru, during October is characterized by an average temperature of 9°C (48°F). Highs can soar to 17°C (62°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Machupicchu throughout October hovers around 65%.
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In October, Machupicchu averages 174 mm (6.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 52 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 12% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In October, the UV Index in Machupicchu reaches a maximum of 18, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 45 min | ||||||