Cusco Weather in August

August in Cusco brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Expect around 28 mm (1.1 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Cusco in August

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 4 days of rain, averaging 28 mm (1.1 in). When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Cusco in August

Daytime highs in Cusco in August reach 16°C (61°F), with nights around 2°C (36°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Cusco in August

There are approximately 231 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Cusco in August

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during August. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Cusco.