January · Peru
Best time to visit Cusco in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
6.0/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 225 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Sunny days
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Cusco scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 225 mm of rain, and roughly 26 sunny days this month.
Inca stone streets and Sacred Valley day trips shine in the drier November-March window.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cusco in January?
- In January, Cusco averages 12°C, 225 mm of rain, and about 26 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cusco?
- January earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cusco in January?
- Expect about 225 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 26 sunny days.
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