Cusco · AutumnMonth summary
Cusco weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
7°C – 18°C
🌧 Rainy days
66% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Cusco in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Not the best window: 66% rain risk and 11.2h of sunshine. July is much safer.
By trip type
Cusco in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in October
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn marks the end of peak season in Cusco. Temperatures drop (18°C) and rain returns (66% of days). With 66% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 8°C | 16°C | 91% | 7.0 | 10.0h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 8°C | 16°C | 95% | 7.3 | 9.4h | 3.8/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 8°C | 16°C | 85% | 5.3 | 9.9h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 7°C | 16°C | 60% | 2.5 | 10.6h | 5.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 6°C | 17°C | 30% | 1.0 | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ June | 5°C | 17°C | 7% | 0.2 | 10.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 4°C | 18°C | 10% | 0.3 | 11.1h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 5°C | 18°C | 25% | 0.7 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 6°C | 18°C | 38% | 1.2 | 11.3h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 7°C | 18°C | 66% | 3.0 | 11.2h | 6.9/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 8°C | 18°C | 77% | 4.7 | 10.7h | 5.3/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 8°C | 17°C | 88% | 6.0 | 10.1h | 4.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Cusco averages 18°C, 66% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.9/10.
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Comparison
October vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -56%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Cusco in October
Is October a good time to visit Cusco?
October is an acceptable time for Cusco (score 6.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (7.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Cusco in October?
Yes, 66% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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