The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Cusco sees 17°C during the day with 5.1h of sunshine per day. With 55% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
December ranks 9 out of 12 months in Cusco. Compared to November: 22 pts more rainy days, −1.4h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
7°
Daylight
12.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Cusco is June (7.8/10), 3.7 pts higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Peru
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyPeruvian Sol (S/)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 18°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 63%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Cusco ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
PeruTemperate climate with a 7.8 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.52°S · 71.97°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cusco?
July is the best month with 18.0°C highs, 4.0°C lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Cusco get in July?
Cusco averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Cusco?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Cusco in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 4.0°C, while afternoon highs average 18.0°C.
Is Cusco good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Cusco scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Cusco?
January is the most difficult month to visit Cusco, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Cusco in December?
The average UV index reaches 9 in December in Cusco (very high), with about 12.8h of daylight. Protection essential.