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Weather in July in Cusco

Considering a trip to Cusco this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Cusco in July?

Cusco is a region in Peru. July in Cusco generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C in Sicuani to 15°C in Choquequirao. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Choquequirao and -4°C in Sicuani. Even if July is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Cusco that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Sicuani with an average of 14 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Santa Teresa with 61 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Cusco usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Meanwhile, Cusco enjoys close to 257 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Cusco for July, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Cusco climate page.

Where to go in Cusco in July

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Cusco on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in July for the 5 most popular destinations in Cusco?

Cusco

In July Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Cusco
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
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<<   June June
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15°C 
2°C 
228 hours 
18 mm 
2 days 
15°C 
2°C 
257 hours 
17 mm 
2 days 
August   >> August
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16°C 
2°C 
231 hours 
28 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Cusco

Machu Picchu

In July Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Machu Picchu
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
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15°C 
4°C 
228 hours 
58 mm 
2 days 
15°C 
3°C 
257 hours 
54 mm 
2 days 
August   >> August
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15°C 
4°C 
231 hours 
74 mm 
3 days 
Climate in Machu Picchu

Urubamba

In July Urubamba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Urubamba
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
13°C 
2°C 
228 hours 
32 mm 
3 days 
13°C 
1°C 
257 hours 
31 mm 
3 days 
August   >> August
>>  
14°C 
2°C 
231 hours 
50 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Urubamba

Ollantaytambo

In July Ollantaytambo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Ollantaytambo
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
13°C 
2°C 
228 hours 
41 mm 
3 days 
13°C 
1°C 
257 hours 
39 mm 
3 days 
August   >> August
>>  
13°C 
2°C 
231 hours 
62 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Ollantaytambo

Pisac

In July Pisac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Pisac
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly rainfall precipitationRainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   June June
<<  
14°C 
2°C 
228 hours 
56 mm 
3 days 
14°C 
2°C 
257 hours 
56 mm 
3 days 
August   >> August
>>  
14°C 
2°C 
231 hours 
73 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Pisac

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

Is July the best time to visit Cusco?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Cusco with overall pleasant weather in Cusco. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Cusco is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Cusco. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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