Climate of Cusco Departament, Peru
Area-weighted average across Cusco Departament. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cusco Departament, a subdivision of Peru, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11.9°C / 53.4°F in July to 14.9°C / 58.8°F in November, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in to 221 mm / 8.7 in depending on the season (1349 mm / 53.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.5°C58.1°F | 221 mm8.7″ | — |
| February | 14.5°C58.1°F | 214 mm8.4″ | — |
| March | 14.5°C58.1°F | 192 mm7.6″ | — |
| April | 14.3°C57.7°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| May | 13.3°C55.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 12.2°C54°F | 31 mm1.2″ | — |
| July | 11.9°C53.4°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| August | 12.9°C55.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| September | 13.9°C57°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| October | 14.8°C58.6°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 14.9°C58.8°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| December | 14.8°C58.6°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cusco Departament?
Cusco Departament, Peru does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is November at 14.9°C / 58.8°F, and the driest is June at 31 mm / 1.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Cusco Departament?
Cusco Departament, Peru has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11.9°C / 53.4°F in July to 14.9°C / 58.8°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 1349 mm / 53.1 in, with the wettest month being January (221 mm / 8.7 in) and the driest June (31 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cusco Departament?
The hottest month in Cusco Departament is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.9°C / 58.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Cusco Departament?
The coldest month in Cusco Departament is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 11.9°C / 53.4°F.
When does it rain most in Cusco Departament?
The wettest month in Cusco Departament is January, averaging about 221 mm / 8.7 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 31 mm / 1.2 in.