WEATHER AT CUSCO CITY

WEATHER IN THE CITY OF CUSCO

The climate in the city of Cusco is relatively temperate, with cold nights and sunny days. The weather is very changeable – you can go from bright sunshine to torrential rain in just minutes. The temperatures oscillate between 13ºC. (55.4ºF) and 15ºC. (59ºF), and this is the case in almost the entire southern region of Peru. In general, the Cuzco region enjoys a climate that varies in 2 seasons a year: the dry season (from April to October) and the rainy season (from November to March)

HOW IS THE WEATHER IN THE CITY OF CUSCO?

The city of Cusco (capital of the region of the same name and ancient capital of the Incas) has a temperate climate. Its geography is marked by the presence of the Andes Mountains, close to the imposing snow-capped mountains such as Salkantay. The average temperature varies between 13ºC. (55.4ºF) and 15ºC. (59ºF).

The maximum temperature during the day can reach 23ºC. (73.4ºF). At night, the cold can drop to 2ºC. (35.6ºF).

There are two well-defined seasons during the year: the rainy season (which runs from November to March) and the dry season (which runs from April to October).

February is the rainiest month. July and August are the coldest months at night, although they are also the hottest during the day.

WHEN TO GO TO CUSCO?

According to people who have already visited the city of Cusco, they know that the dry season is a good time to visit the city of Cusco. April, May and June are good months (especially June when the famous Inti Raymi festival takes place).

RAINY SEASON

The rainy season in Cusco runs from November to March. As the name suggests, it is the rainiest season. Annual rainfall ranges from 600 millimeters to 1,000 millimeters.

Torrential rains usually occur in the afternoons. In those days, the city of Cusco fills with rainbows. Machu Picchu is dressed in its most intense green and this is really fabulous in an en environment as incredible as Machu Picchu.

WHAT TO BRING

If you visit Cusco in the rainy season, do not forget to bring waterproof clothing. Also footwear that allows you to walk safely on wet and slippery surfaces. Above all, don’t forget to bring a rain poncho with you everywhere. Rains do not happen all day but can happen at any time.

If you visit Cusco in the dry season, bring sun protection (hat, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen). Wear light comfortable clothes for the day and warm clothes for the evenings. A windbreaker and a jacket will suffice.

AND HOW IS THE WEATHER IN MACHU PICCHU?

Machu Picchu has a warmer climate compared to the city of Cusco. The maximum temperature can reach 25ºC. (77ºF). The minimum temperature can drop to 8ºC. (46.4ºF).

As in the city of Cusco, the rainy season of Machu Picchu occurs from November to March. The dry season runs from April to October.