Cusco

Cusco Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cusco, Peru in April.

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Cusco Machu Picchu Urubamba Ollantaytambo

Planning a trip to Cusco, Peru this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cusco in April

Cusco, Peru is a region in Peru. April in Cusco generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Sicuani at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Quillabamba at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Quillabamba and 1°C (34°F) in Sicuani.

For specific regional insights in Cusco, Peru, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cusco with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Quillabamba with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Cusco sees around 211 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Cusco in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cusco.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cusco

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Cusco, Peru?

Temperature range in Cusco (April)

Precipitation variation in Cusco (April)

Cusco

In April Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cusco →

Machu Picchu

In April Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
253 mm (10 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Machu Picchu →

Urubamba

In April Urubamba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
214 mm (8.4 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Urubamba →

Ollantaytambo

In April Ollantaytambo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ollantaytambo →

Pisac

In April Pisac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
211 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Pisac →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cusco, in Peru.

In our records: Peru April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Peru in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Peru brought 300 mm (12 in) in Sauce on April 15, 2013.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cusco in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cusco 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Machu Picchu 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Urubamba 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Ollantaytambo 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Pisac 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Huaran 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)

Cusco weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cusco, Peru in April?

Expect tolerable weather across Cusco, Peru in April. The popular destination of Cusco averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cusco, Peru in April?

Average temperatures in Cusco, Peru during April range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Cusco.

Does Cusco, Peru get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cusco, Peru during April, with Cusco averaging close to 91 mm (3.6 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Cusco, Peru?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Cusco, Peru with overall tolerable weather in Cusco. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Cusco. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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