Churin, Peru: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Churin, Peru? If you're planning to go to Churin, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Churin, Peru

Based on the climate and weather in Churin, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Churin, Peru

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Churin, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • Travel insurance

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  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.

General health necessities

Churin is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.


  • Over-the-counter medicine

    Ibuprofen


  • Supplements

    Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)


  • Oximeter to check blood oxygen

    Like this

  • Consider asking your doctor about Diamox

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What to wear/what to pack for Churin, Peru by month

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January

In January, Churin is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Churin, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. There is frost 5-10 days this month. Additionally, it is at times dangerously windy.

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February

If you go to Churin in February, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain or snow about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost regularly.

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March

In March, Churin can be very chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Churin, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. There is frost regularly. Additionally, it is extremely windy, with speeds approaching gale force.

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April

In April, Churin can be chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Churin, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time. Additionally, it is extremely windy, with speeds approaching gale force.

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May

If you go to Churin in May, you will notice that it is cool. Expect it to rain or snow about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost about half of the time.

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June

June in Churin is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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July

July in Churin can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost most days.

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August

If you go to Churin in August, you will notice that it is crisp. Expect it to rain or snow sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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September

September in this region is chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows about a third of the time.

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October

In October, Churin is chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Churin, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time. Additionally, it is extremely windy, with speeds approaching gale force.

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November

November in Churin is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about half of the time.

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December

December here is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows about half of the time.

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Activities for Churin, Peru

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Churin.

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