April weather forecast
Machu Picchu, Peru

April's weather in Machu Picchu, Peru, is considerably drier than that of March, with rainfall greatly reduced to 62mm (2.44"). Subsequently, the count of rainy days drops to 9 from the 13 experienced in March. With high temperatures remaining constant at 25°C (77°F), the low temperature experiences a slight decrease to 12°C (53.6°F). It's worth noting that with the longer days of sunshine, which total 7 hours, and reduced cloud cover, April's UV index is still marked at 12. The transitioning weather patterns from March to April signal the onset of the dry season, which extends through the next few months.

Temperature

Machu Picchu enters April recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), consistent with the temperature of the month gone by. Machu Picchu measures a considerable dip from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F) during April.

Rainfall

In Machu Picchu, Peru, in April, during 9 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108 rainfall days, and 904mm (35.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of April in Machu Picchu, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:36 -05.

Sunshine

In Machu Picchu, the average sunshine in April is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in April leads to these recommendations:
Practice all-important precautions. Light skin people may get burned in less than 5 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.