July · Peru
Best time to visit Cusco in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cusco in July
Average temperature 11°C, 7 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.1/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Cusco scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 11°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Inca stone streets and Sacred Valley day trips shine in the drier November-March window.
July ranks 3rd of 12 for Cusco — one of the best windows
July averages 11°C (52°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 7 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.1/10 puts this among the year's best months in Cusco (3rd of 12); only August scores higher, at 9.2/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cusco in July?
- In July, Cusco averages 11°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Cusco?
- July earns a 9.1/10 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 July?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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