Cusco weather in October
Are you planning a trip to Cusco in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Cusco in October?
Cusco is a region in Peru. October in Cusco generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate and range from 14°C in Ollantaytambo to 17°C in Cusco. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Cusco and 4°C in Ollantaytambo.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cusco with an average of 98 mm to heavy rainfall in Santa Teresa with 175 mm. Meanwhile, Cusco enjoys approximately 198 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in Cusco for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Cusco climate page.
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Popular destinations in Cusco
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Cusco?
Average weather in Cusco
In October Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Machu Picchu
In October Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Urubamba
In October Urubamba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Ollantaytambo
In October Ollantaytambo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Pisac
In October Pisac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Cusco?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Cusco, October might be a good time to visit Cusco. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Cusco. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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