Cusco
Peru · South America
Cusco works almost all year round, peaking in June–August, when it is at its strongest for city breaks and hiking. Cusco celebrates its jubilee month featuring the famous Inti Raymi festival, alongside crisp, clear winter days and freezing nights.
Plan a trip to CuscoMonth by month
| Month | Fit | Weather | Crowds & prices | What it's good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8/10 | 17°C · 28 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Heavy rains and high cloud cover make hiking challenging, but the Sacred Valley landscapes are lush and green. |
| February | 7/10 | 16°C · 27 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Culture. The Classic Inca Trail is closed all month for maintenance amidst peak seasonal rainfall. |
| March | 8/10 | 16°C · 26 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Rainfall begins tapering off towards the end of the month, though trails remain muddy and wet. |
| April | 9/10 | 17°C · 17 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Culture, City breaks, Hiking. Transition to the dry season brings clearer skies and vivid green scenery across the Andes. |
| May | 9/10 | 17°C · 9 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | City breaks, Hiking, Nature & wildlife. Dry and sunny weather provides prime conditions for trekking and exploring archaeological ruins. |
| June | 10/10 | 18°C · 1 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | City breaks, Hiking, Culture. Cusco celebrates its jubilee month featuring the famous Inti Raymi festival, alongside crisp, clear winter days and freezing nights. |
| July | 10/10 | 18°C · 2 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Peak tourism season with pristine blue skies, optimal mountain visibility, and high demand for Machu Picchu permits. |
| August | 10/10 | 19°C · 6 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Excellent weather for high-altitude trekking such as Salkantay and Ausangate, accompanied by cold nighttime temperatures. |
| September | 9/10 | 19°C · 11 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | City breaks, Hiking, Culture. Crowds thin while daytime conditions remain mostly dry and pleasant before the wet season starts. |
| October | 8/10 | 19°C · 19 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | City breaks, Hiking, Nature & wildlife. Occasional afternoon showers return, but warmer average temperatures make touring comfortable. |
| November | 8/10 | 19°C · 24 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | City breaks, Culture, Nature & wildlife. Rain increases steadily, marking the start of the Andean wet season with lower tourist foot traffic. |
| December | 8/10 | 17°C · 27 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Culture, City breaks, Nature & wildlife. Frequent rain showers are common, though the Santurantikuy artisan fair around Christmas attracts many regional visitors. |
Getting in
Israeli passport: Visa-free · up to 90 days — Passport must be valid for minimum 6 months upon entry.
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