In the region of Peru where I live, we are high up in the mountains, so the climate is very different from many places in the United States. We have two main seasons: rainy season and dry season. Because we are close to the equator, the temperature stays pretty steady all year—usually in the mid-40s at night and the mid-60s during the day.
Even though those temperatures might not sound very hot, the sun here feels extremely strong. The UV index often goes above 11, which is considered extreme, so it can feel much hotter during the day than the thermometer says. As soon as the sun sets behind the mountains, though, it gets cold quickly.
Right now, it’s rainy season. Most mornings and early afternoons are sunny, but around 3 or 4 p.m., dark clouds roll in and it starts to rain. The rain often continues through the night, and by morning everything feels fresh, green, and a little chilly again.
