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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Cusco has a subtropical highland climate, classified as Cwb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is October with an average high of 17°C, while the coldest month is June with lows dropping to 5°C. The annual temperature range of 12°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is July with only 3 rain days and 11mm of precipitation. For travellers, July through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Cusco are June, July, May. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
17°C
October
Coldest Month
5°C
June
Driest Month
3 days
July
Annual Range
12°C
5° to 17°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 8°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| February | 15°C | 8°C | 26 | 9h | View |
| March | 15°C | 8°C | 28 | 9h | View |
| April | 15°C | 7°C | 18 | 10h | View |
| May | 15°C | 6°C | 8 | 10h | View |
| June | 15°C | 5°C | 3 | 10h | View |
| July | 15°C | 5°C | 3 | 10h | View |
| August | 16°C | 5°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| September | 16°C | 6°C | 13 | 11h | View |
| October | 17°C | 8°C | 21 | 11h | View |
| November | 17°C | 8°C | 23 | 10h | View |
| December | 16°C | 8°C | 28 | 9h | View |
January
29 rain days, 9h sun
February
26 rain days, 9h sun
March
28 rain days, 9h sun
April
18 rain days, 10h sun
May
8 rain days, 10h sun
June
3 rain days, 10h sun
July
3 rain days, 10h sun
August
7 rain days, 11h sun
September
13 rain days, 11h sun
October
21 rain days, 11h sun
November
23 rain days, 10h sun
December
28 rain days, 9h sun
Cusco in October
Data Sources for Cusco
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.