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

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Traveling to Paracas, Peru? If you're planning to go to Paracas, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

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 Paracas, Peru

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

Important essentials for Paracas, Peru

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • N95 masks

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


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

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

Already know when you're traveling?

January

Traveling to Paracas in January, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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February

February in Paracas is warm. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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March

March here dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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April

April for Paracas very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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May

May for Paracas very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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June

June very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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July

If you go to Paracas in July, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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August

August for Paracas very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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September

If you are traveling to Paracas in September, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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October

October in this region dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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November

If you go to Paracas in November, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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December

December in Paracas dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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