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

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Traveling to Puno, Peru? If you're planning to go to Puno, I've got 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 Puno, Peru

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

Important essentials for Puno, Peru

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Puno, 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

  • (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


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • 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).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • N95 masks

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

General health necessities

Puno 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.

  • Consider asking your doctor about Diamox

  • Supplements

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


  • Over-the-counter medicine

    Ibuprofen


  • Oximeter to check blood oxygen

    Like this


  • Emergency water purifier

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


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

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

Already know when you're traveling?

January

January for Puno is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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February

February in Puno is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost regularly. It rains most days.

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March

Traveling to Puno in March, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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April

Traveling to Puno in April, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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May

If you go to Puno in May, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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June

June for Puno can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days.

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July

If you go to Puno in July, you will notice that it is cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost nearly every day this month.

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August

If you are traveling to Puno in August, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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September

If you are traveling to Puno in September, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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October

If you are traveling to Puno in October, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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November

If you go to Puno in November, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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December

December is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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