Arequipa weather in October

Arequipa, Peru
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October in Arequipa: nice, dry, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Arequipa · #1 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 96/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Arequipa climate normals — October

Daytime high23°C / 74°F😎 nice
Nighttime low11°C / 51°F
Rainfall18 mm / 0.7 in☀️ dry
Rainy days4 days
Humidity41%🍃 comfortable
Dew point2°C / 35°F
Sunshine11.6 h/day
Daylight12.5 h
Wind14 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)35🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Arequipa in October — FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Arequipa?
October in Arequipa: nice, dry, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Arequipa on SeasonMap's comfort score (96/100).
What is the weather like in Arequipa in October?
In October, Arequipa averages a daily high of 23.4°C and a low of 10.5°C, with about 18 mm of rain over roughly 4 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Arequipa in October?
Arequipa has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 35 in October.

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