Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit San Jerónimo.
San Jerónimo, Cusco, Peru, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F), peaking in November at 17°C (63°F) and dipping in July to 15°C (59°F).
With around 1441 mm (57 in) of annual rain/snowfall, San Jerónimo has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has distinct dry (June to July) and wet (December to March) seasons. The wettest month is February. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 8.6 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in San Jerónimo - and find the best time to visit.
With minimal seasonal shifts, San Jerónimo experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 17°C (63°F) in November. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 15°C (59°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 6°C (43°F) in November to 1°C (34°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
San Jerónimo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1441 mm (57 in) of rain/snowfall per year. San Jerónimo can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 250 mm (9.8 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (June), you will experience much drier conditions, with 31 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our San Jerónimo Precipitation page.
San Jerónimo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in San Jerónimo.
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.
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?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in San Jerónimo. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. San Jerónimo has distinct dry (June to July) and wet (December to March) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in July to 17°C (63°F) in November. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 6°C (43°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1441 mm (57 in). February is the wettest month with 250 mm (9.8 in), while June is the driest with 31 mm (1.2 in).
San Jerónimo 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, San Jerónimo enjoys abundant sunshine.
San Jerónimo is highlighted - select any city to see its climate.
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
"The other" Machu Picchu: the Inca City of Choquequirao
Discover Choquequirao, the hidden Inca city near Cusco. Hike through stunning landscapes and explore ancient ruins with fewer crowds than Machu Picchu.
Hike the inca Trail
Few walking tours speak so much to the imagination as the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The tour leads through beautiful mountain landscapes and it is called the 'Royal Highway'
The Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
One of your highlights during a trip in Peru might be this eco-luxury lodge in front of the Madre de Dios River, called Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica.