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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Calca.
Calca, Cusco, Peru, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 14°C (57°F), peaking in November at 15°C (59°F) and dipping in July to 13°C (55°F).
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1719 mm (68 in) annually. February is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from December to March. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 8.6 hours of sunshine per day.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Calca experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 15°C (59°F) in November to a moderate 13°C (55°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 5°C (41°F) in November to around 1°C (34°F) during the colder months.
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Calca has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1719 mm (68 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The climate in Calca shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in February, the wettest month, with an average of 278 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Calca Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Calca serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.
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The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Calca.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Calca. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Calca has a distinct rainy season from December to March.
Daytime highs range from 13°C (55°F) in July to 15°C (59°F) in November. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 5°C (41°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1719 mm (68 in). February is the wettest month with 278 mm (11 in), while July is the driest with 40 mm (1.6 in).
Calca receives around 2,340 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 257 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 122 hours. Overall, Calca enjoys abundant sunshine.
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