Best Time to Visit Cusco
Best time: May, Aug, Sep, Oct.
Oct is warmest (19.8°C high); Jan is rainiest (151 mm).
Cusco weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.3 | 5.5 | 151 | 7 |
| Feb | 17.4 | 5.6 | 128 | 7.1 |
| Mar | 17.5 | 5.6 | 111 | 7 |
| Apr | 17.9 | 4 | 45 | 7.5 |
| May | 18.1 | 1.6 | 8 | 7.1 |
| Jun | 17.8 | -0.5 | 4 | 7.1 |
| Jul | 17.5 | -1.1 | 5 | 7 |
| Aug | 18.5 | 0.3 | 8 | 7.6 |
| Sep | 18.8 | 2.8 | 20 | 7.4 |
| Oct | 19.8 | 4 | 39 | 8.2 |
| Nov | 19.5 | 4.8 | 70 | 8 |
| Dec | 18.6 | 5.3 | 115 | 7.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayAugSepOct
Beaches: JunJulAugMay
Hiking: MayAugJunJul
Sightseeing: MayAugSepOct
Cusco quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May, Aug, Sep, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 151 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Oct, with average highs of 19.8°C.
Where to stay
See Cusco hotels · Book Cusco tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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