Cusco, PeruQuick decision
When to visit Cusco?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
4°C–18°C in July
🌧 Least rain
10% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
February (95%)
📅 Best score
7.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Inca historic centerApr–Oct — Qorikancha, Plaza de Armas, Inca walls, altitude 3,400 m.
Machu PicchuApr–Oct — Inca citadel 80 km away, dry season, train or trek.
Rainbow MountainMay–Sep — Vinicunca at 5,200 m, colorful mineral layers.
Novoandean cuisineYear-round — ceviche, cuy, pisco sour, San Pedro Market.
Monthly climate data
Cusco weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 8°C | 16°C | 91% | 7.0 | 10.0h | 4.0/10 | 3.2/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 8°C | 16°C | 95% | 7.3 | 9.4h | 3.8/10 | 3.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 8°C | 16°C | 85% | 5.3 | 9.9h | 4.1/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 7°C | 16°C | 60% | 2.5 | 10.6h | 5.9/10 | 4.1/10 |
| ⛅ May | 6°C | 17°C | 30% | 1.0 | 10.9h | 7.2/10 | 4.8/10 |
| ⛅ June | 5°C | 17°C | 7% | 0.2 | 10.8h | 7.4/10 | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 4°C | 18°C | 10% | 0.3 | 11.1h | 7.6/10 | 5.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 5°C | 18°C | 25% | 0.7 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 | 5.0/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 6°C | 18°C | 38% | 1.2 | 11.3h | 7.2/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 7°C | 18°C | 66% | 3.0 | 11.2h | 6.9/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 8°C | 18°C | 77% | 4.7 | 10.7h | 5.3/10 | 3.5/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 8°C | 17°C | 88% | 6.0 | 10.1h | 4.2/10 | 3.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 16°C, 58% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 5.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 18°C, 14% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 18°C, 60% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.5/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 16°C, 91% rainy days, 9.8h sunshine/day. Score: 4.0/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: June (ski score 5.4/10). For hiking/summer: July (7.6/10, 18°C).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 3.1/10. Cold temperatures (16°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In July, temperatures average 18°C. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
February is the wettest month with 95% rainy days.
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