June weather forecast
Machu Picchu, Peru

June's weather at Machu Picchu, Peru, continues the trend of the dry season established in May. The lower temperature further decreases to 9°C (48.2°F), hinting at the coldest months of the year. Rainfall is at its minimum, with a recorded average of 17mm (0.67") making June one of the driest months. Despite the decrease in temperatures, the UV index only reduces to 10, and sun protection is still needed. June is the precursor to the coldest month to be experienced in July.

Temperature

Welcoming June, Machu Picchu notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25°C (77°F), nearly consistent with May's 25°C (77°F). June's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 9°C (48.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is June, when the rain falls for 2 days and typically collects 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is June, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of June, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:34 -05.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In June, the maximum UV index of 10 suggests these recommendations:
It is essential to prioritize protection. Unprotected skin and eyes can suffer rapid harm. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.