May · Peru
Best time to visit Cusco in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cusco in May
Average temperature 11°C, 35 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Cusco scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Inca stone streets and Sacred Valley day trips shine in the drier November-March window.
May is one of the strongest months in Cusco (5th)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 35 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Cusco at 8.9/10 (5th of 12), just behind August at 9.2/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cusco in May?
- In May, Cusco averages 11°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Cusco?
- May earns a 8.9/10 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 May?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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