Hi. Will it be hot mid-October (in one week) at MP? Should we be wearing shorts or pants, jackets? Any advise appreciated!

Hi there,

I've never known Machu Picchu to be hot and I have been there at various times throughout the year. Wearing zip off hiking pants, though, gives you flexibility.

I generally wear long sleeve shirts and long pants plus bug spray to protect against biting insects.

You should definitely bring a jacket and rain poncho. If it is misty, it can be a little chilly. I've also been caught in torrential rains there.

Diane

weather2travel.com Climate Guides Peru/Cusco

Long pants jackets at night if trekking might

consider cargo pants that zip down to shorts on sunny

warm mid days... your altitudes range from 8000-14000 ft

so dress warm bring layers for those chilly nights.

Rain Parka with hood for me rare driving rain in storms there

travelsmith.com good options for you.

Happy Travels!