Cusco Weather in November 2026: what to expect (4.2/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Cusco. Temperatures drop (18.0°F) and rain returns (77.0% of days). With 77.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

November ranks 7 out of 12 months in Cusco. Compared to October: 11 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index

9 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

dry air

6°

Daylight

12.6h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 23

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Is November the right month?

The best month in Cusco is July (7.8/10), 3.6 pts higher than November.

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Context

Our verdict

Cusco is the former Inca capital at 11,200 ft altitude: the altitude hits on arrival (short of breath, possible headache, difficult first night). July is my favorite month (8.0/10): 39-64°F, 10% rain, this is the dry season, clear skies, but also tourist peak.

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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 · 64°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 61°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 95%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

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Location

Where is Cusco ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Peru

Temperate climate with a 7.8 → 0.8 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 64°F highs, 39°F lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of July & June 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 7.3/10.

What is the rainiest month in Cusco?

February is the most unfavourable month with February 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 39°F, while afternoon highs average 64°F.

Is Cusco good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Cusco scores 0.9/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.3/10.

When should you avoid Cusco?

February is the most difficult month to visit Cusco, with February 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 November?

The average UV index reaches 9 in November in Cusco (very high), with about 12.6h of daylight. Protection essential.