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Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca

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Legendary trek

Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca

Áncash, Peru
Best timeMay–Aug
Signature routeLaguna 69 (turquoise glacial lake)
In season~41°F high
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

25–48°F
Fares from$601
Nearest airportLIM
CurrencyPEN
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-05:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Aug. Go in Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 55%
WarmestFeb · 48°F
WettestMar
Best windowMay–Aug
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A glacier-fed lake the color of antifreeze, gateway to the Huayhuash beyond.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Aug, the 4 months that line up best.

The route

The classic way in is the Laguna 69 (turquoise glacial lake). Nearest airport is LIM.

Route details →

Pairs well with

Chicama
154 mi away
Cathedral of Lima
214 mi away
Plaza Mayor, Lima
214 mi away
Government Palace
214 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca?

The best time to visit Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca is May–August, in Áncash, Peru.

Where is Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca?

Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca is in Áncash, Peru. The nearest major airport is LIM.

What is Laguna 69 & Cordillera Blanca known for?

A glacier-fed lake the color of antifreeze, gateway to the Huayhuash beyond.