AI-generatedParacas at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – May
- Warmest month
- Feb · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 20.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,140 h
- Rain a year
- 14 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 5 m
Climate in Paracas
Paracas has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. February is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while August is the coolest at 22 °C. With around 3,140 hours of sunshine a year, Paracas is very sunny; November is the sunniest month with 9.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Paracas
The best time to visit Paracas is from November to May. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 20.5 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. Rain is a rarity all year: only 14 mm fall in an average year.
Paracas through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Paracas in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 23–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Paracas in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Paracas in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Paracas in winter
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
05:3918:02
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:26–06:07 · evening 17:34–18:16
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:17–05:26 · evening 18:16–18:24
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Paracas compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 23° at the start of the month to 24° at the end. The sea warms from 16° to 17°. The days get 0.4 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 16° |
| Sea | 16° | 17° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.6 h |
What is the weather like in Paracas in October?
In October, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 23 min05:39 – 18:02
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 24 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 42 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %67 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Paracas
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Paracas: score 81 against 63. In January, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in January. January has one more rainy day. The sun shines 2 hours less a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 81better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 21° |
| Sea | 16.1° | 20.0° |
| Sunshine | 9.8 hbetter | 7.7 h |
| Rainy days | 0better | 1 |
| Rainfall | 0 mm | 4 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 26 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Paracas month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
81January27° · Sea 20° · 7.7 h
In January, Paracas is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in January80February28° · Sea 21° · 6.8 h
In February, Paracas is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in February81March28° · Sea 20° · 7.4 h
In March, Paracas is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 20.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in March80April27° · Sea 19° · 8.7 h
In April, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in April76May25° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h
In May, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in May62June23° · Sea 18° · 8.2 h
In June, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in June59July23° · Sea 17° · 8.5 h
In July, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in July60August22° · Sea 16° · 9.0 h
In August, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in August61September23° · Sea 16° · 9.6 h
In September, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in September63October23° · Sea 16° · 9.8 h
In October, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in October69November24° · Sea 17° · 9.9 h
In November, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in November79December25° · Sea 18° · 8.7 h
In December, Paracas is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Paracas.
Paracas in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Paracas
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.
The coolest nights are in August (14°), the warmest in February (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from January to March; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to June and from October to December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 102 days a year, mostly from January to March.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 81 | 27° | 21° | 20.0° | 7.7 h | 1 | 4 |
| FebruaryFeb | 80 | 28° | 22° | 20.5° | 6.8 h | 2 | 5 |
| MarchMar | 81 | 28° | 21° | 20.1° | 7.4 h | 1 | 3 |
| AprilApr | 80 | 27° | 19° | 18.6° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 76 | 25° | 17° | 18.1° | 8.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 62 | 23° | 15° | 17.5° | 8.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 59 | 23° | 14° | 16.7° | 8.5 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 60 | 22° | 14° | 16.2° | 9.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 61 | 23° | 14° | 15.8° | 9.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 63 | 23° | 15° | 16.1° | 9.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| NovemberNov | 69 | 24° | 16° | 17.0° | 9.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| DecemberDec | 79 | 25° | 18° | 18.3° | 8.7 h | 0 | 1 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Paracas
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 15.3 – 17.2 °C
Swimming season: Jan – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Paracas ranges from 15.8 °C in September to 20.5 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 18.8 and 22.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20.0° | 18.5° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 20.5° | 18.8° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.1° | 18.6° | 21.3° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 18.6° | 17.1° | 19.7° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.1° | 17.0° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 17.5° | 16.2° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 16.7° | 15.3° | 18.2° | cold |
| AugustAug | 16.2° | 15.2° | 17.3° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.8° | 14.8° | 16.9° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 16.1° | 15.3° | 17.2° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.0° | 15.9° | 17.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.3° | 17.0° | 19.3° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Paracas
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.8 of 12.4 hours of daylight in Paracas, 79 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Paracas: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Paracas: 0 mm in the whole month.
UV index
UV index in Paracas
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in February (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Paracas
How breezy and how cloudy Paracas is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Paracas typically peaks at 24 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 42 % of the sky over Paracas: mostly sunny, with about 9.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Paracas
How often the day gets hot in Paracas (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Paracas has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Paracas
Weather for your travel dates
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Paracas in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Paracas has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 60).
- 80
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 60
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 63
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 80
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 50 min
- Distance
- 10,260 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Jet lag
- About 4 days (6 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Peru
- Currency
- Peruvian Sol (PEN)
- Languages
- Spanish, Quechua, Aymara
- Sockets
- Type A, B, C · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +51
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Paracas compared
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Paracas vs Pisco
In October the holiday weather in Paracas and Pisco is about equally good (score 63 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Pisco as in Paracas. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Paracas | Pisco |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 16° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 10 h | 10 h |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 |
| Best time | Nov – May | Nov – May |
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Frequently asked questions about Paracas
When is the best time to visit Paracas?
The best time to visit Paracas is from November to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Paracas?
The sea temperature in Paracas ranges from 15.8 °C in September to 20.5 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
Can you swim in Paracas in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 16.1 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from January to March.
What is the warmest month in Paracas?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 22 °C. August is the coolest month at 22 °C.
When does it rain most in Paracas?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 14 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Paracas get?
Paracas gets around 3,140 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 9.9 hours a day; in February there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Paracas in?
Paracas is on UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Paracas?
A nonstop flight from London to Paracas takes about 12 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,260 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Paracas?
Paracas has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 80) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 60). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 80, May half-term 73, summer holidays 60, October half-term 63, Christmas holidays 80.