Cusco Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
With consistently stable weather, Cusco, Cusco, Peru, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), ranging from 17°C (63°F) in October to 15°C (59°F) in July.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1341 mm (53 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has distinct dry (May to August) and wet (December to March) seasons. February is the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 8.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Cusco
The climate in Cusco remains fairly constant, offering moderate temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in October to a moderate 15°C (59°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 6°C (43°F) in October to 2°C (36°F) in July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Cusco
Cusco is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1341 mm (53 in). The seasons in Cusco bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 246 mm (9.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 25 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm (0.7 in) 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 Hours in Cusco
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.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Cusco by Month
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
Wind Speed in Cusco
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May and June to 3 m/s (6 knots) in July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Cusco 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Cusco
During September, October and November, Cusco experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 17°C (62°F) and 17°C (62°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 50 mm (2 in) and 128 mm (5 in).
Plan accordingly for January, February, March and December, when conditions bring the heaviest precipitation. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
