Cusco weather in December (Cusco, Peru)
What's the typical weather in Cusco for December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The month of December in Cusco typically brings moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 16°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 6°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.
Precipitation
Cusco in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 208 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 155 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cusco. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cusco climate page with graphs.
Cusco, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
208 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
62%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
155 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Peru in December
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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