Cusco Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Cusco has relatively stable weather with mild temperatures.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Cusco remains fairly constant, offering moderate temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in October to a moderate 15°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cusco is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1341 mm. The seasons in Cusco, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 246 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 25 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Cusco Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Cusco, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Cusco.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 67%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 54%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s in January, February, March, April, May and June to 3 m/s in July, August, September, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Cusco in Peru
Other facts from our historical weather data:Rainy season in Cusco occurs in the months of January, February, March and December.
Yes, the months of June and July are very dry.
October has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 246 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.
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