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Backpacking Potential

73/100

Good

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

November, October, April

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Avoid

January, February, March, December

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Weather

8°C – 11°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Cusco?

The best time to visit Cusco for backpacking is November, October, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Cusco

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
48Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°137
February
49Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°140
March
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°113
April
66Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°40
May
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
9°3
June
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
8°0
July
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
8°0
August
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
8°3
September
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°17
October
71Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°40
November
73Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°50
December
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°110

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Cusco

When is the best time to visit Cusco for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Cusco for backpacking is typically in November, October, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Cusco?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Cusco, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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