2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Cusco in April

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

April is a good time to visit Cusco. Cusco has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 6°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

17°C

Avg Low

6°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

11.8h

Is April a good time to visit Cusco?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:54 AM

Sunset

5:43 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 17°C 8°C 25 Wet
February 17°C 9°C 27 Wet
March 17°C 8°C 25 Wet
April 17°C 6°C 9 Good
May 18°C 5°C 8 Excellent (best)
June 18°C 5°C 0 Excellent (best)
July 19°C 4°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 20°C 4°C 1 Excellent (best)
September 18°C 6°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 18°C 6°C 12 Good
November 20°C 8°C 14 Wet
December 17°C 8°C 26 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for April

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is April a good time to visit Cusco? +

April is typically Good for visiting Cusco, with average highs of 17°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Cusco in April? +

With highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Cusco in April? +

Cusco typically sees around 9 rainy days in April.

How many hours of daylight are there in Cusco in April? +

In April, Cusco gets approximately 11.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is April peak season in Cusco? +

No, April is not peak season in Cusco. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Cusco? +

The best months to visit Cusco are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Lima)

Last Updated: January 2026

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