2026 Climate Averages

Cusco: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Cusco. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Cusco has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 19°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 16 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Cusco is during May, June, July, August, September, when conditions are perfect for sightseeing and exploration

Drier season: Apr–Sep Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Air Quality

Best Time

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Conditions Excellent

Hottest

20°C August
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 5 days

Coldest

5°C June
Avg High 18°C
Rain 2 days

Driest Month

1 rainy days July
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 5°C

Windiest Month

9 km/h

August (gusts 34)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Sep–Nov

High 20°C
Low 8°C
Rain 17 days
Crowds
Moderate
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Summer

Dec–Feb

High 18°C
Low 9°C
Rain 27 days
Crowds
Very Quiet
Travel Costs Value Rates

Autumn

Mar–May

High 18°C
Low 8°C
Rain 18 days
Crowds
Moderate
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Winter

Jun–Aug

High 19°C
Low 5°C
Rain 3 days
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January

Wet
18° / 9°
27d (214mm)
9.2h
78% Humid
UV 7.8 Very High

February

Wet
18° / 9°
27d (210mm)
8.6h
80% Very Humid
UV 7.3 Very High

March

Wet
18° / 9°
28d (197mm)
8.8h
80% Very Humid
UV 7.2 Very High

April

Wet
18° / 8°
17d (76mm)
9.8h
74% Humid
UV 7.3 Very High

May

Best
Excellent
18° / 7°
8d (35mm)
10h
68% Humid
UV 6.9 High

June

Best
Excellent
18° / 5°
2d (6mm)
10h
59% Moderate
UV 6.6 High

July

Best
Excellent
19° / 5°
1d (9mm)
10.2h
53% Moderate
UV 7.4 Very High

August

Best
Excellent
20° / 6°
5d (13mm)
10.5h
55% Moderate
UV 8 Very High

September

Best
Excellent
20° / 7°
10d (33mm)
10.7h
60% Moderate
UV 8.6 Very High

October

Wet
20° / 8°
19d (78mm)
10.6h
64% Moderate
UV 9.1 Very High

November

Wet
20° / 9°
22d (118mm)
9.9h
67% Humid
UV 8.6 Very High

December

Wet
19° / 9°
27d (186mm)
9.3h
74% Humid
UV 8 Very High

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3.812.Sep
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Cusco have?
Cusco has a moderate climate with average yearly temperatures of 19°C and 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
The best time to visit Cusco is during May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures average around 18°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Cusco?
The hottest month in Cusco is August with average highs of 20°C, while the coldest is June with average lows of 5°C.
When is the rainy season in Cusco?
Cusco sees the most rain in March (28 rainy days), while July is the driest month (1 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Cusco?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in June (5°C), while August has the warmest evenings (6°C). Pack layers for cooler months.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026

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