Cusco at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Dec
- Warmest month
- Oct · 17°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,720 h
- Rain a year
- 2,730 mm
- Climate
- Mountain
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 3,312 m
Climate in Cusco
Cusco has a mountain climate: summers are fresh, winters cold and snowy. October is the warmest month with average highs of 17 °C, while May is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 1,720 hours of sunshine a year, Cusco is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 5.6 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: April – December
What is the weather like in Cusco in October?
In October, Cusco is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 30 days, adding up to 225 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 23 min05:22 – 17:45
- UV index
- 16 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 9 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 88 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC−5America/Lima
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %33 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Mountain air”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sunshine hours in Cusco
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.0 of 12.4 hours of daylight in Cusco, 40 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Cusco: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Cusco has about 30 rainy days with 225 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 50 | 16° | 9° | 3.7 h | 31 | 368 |
| FebruaryFeb | 50 | 16° | 9° | 3.6 h | 28 | 348 |
| MarchMar | 52 | 16° | 9° | 4.2 h | 31 | 289 |
| AprilApr | 54 | 16° | 8° | 5.0 h | 28 | 177 |
| MayMay | 54 | 15° | 7° | 5.1 h | 26 | 153 |
| JuneJun | 54 | 15° | 6° | 5.2 h | 23 | 120 |
| JulyJul | 55 | 16° | 6° | 5.4 h | 23 | 119 |
| AugustAug | 58 | 16° | 6° | 5.6 h | 26 | 152 |
| SeptemberSep | 58 | 16° | 7° | 5.5 h | 26 | 183 |
| OctoberOct | 57 | 17° | 8° | 5.0 h | 30 | 225 |
| NovemberNov | 54 | 17° | 9° | 4.3 h | 29 | 250 |
| DecemberDec | 53 | 16° | 9° | 3.8 h | 31 | 346 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
13.53° S, 71.97° W · 3,312 m · America/Lima
Best time to visit Cusco
The best time to visit Cusco is from April to December. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is January with 368 mm of precipitation.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Cusco for you.
Your best months: August – October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Hiking & mountain trips
All year
13–27 °C in the village, little snow
Rainy months
All year
18 or more rainy days, often short showers and storms
Cusco month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
50January16° · 4 h
In January, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 31 days, adding up to 368 mm. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in January50February16° · 4 h
In February, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 348 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in February52March16° · 4 h
In March, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 31 days, adding up to 289 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in March54April16° · 5 h
In April, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 177 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in April54May15° · 5 h
In May, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 153 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in May54June15° · 5 h
In June, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 120 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in June55July16° · 5 h
In July, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 119 mm. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in July58August16° · 6 h
In August, Cusco is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 152 mm. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in August58September16° · 6 h
In September, Cusco is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 183 mm. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in September57October17° · 5 h
In October, Cusco is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 30 days, adding up to 225 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in October54November17° · 4 h
In November, Cusco is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 250 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in November53December16° · 4 h
In December, Cusco is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 31 days, adding up to 346 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Cusco.
Cusco in DecemberPlanning a trip to Cusco
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 30 min
- Distance
- 9,950 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Cusco
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
The best time to visit Cusco is from April to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Cusco?
October is the warmest month, with average highs of 17 °C and nights around 8 °C. May is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Cusco?
The wettest month is January with 368 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 119 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Cusco get?
Cusco gets around 1,720 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 5.6 hours a day; in February there are 3.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Cusco in?
Cusco uses the time zone America/Lima, at UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Cusco?
A nonstop flight from London to Cusco takes about 12 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,950 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
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