Peru (Cusco) · January
Low seasonPeru · South America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 20° (68°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)22 (72) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 9° (48°)5– (41–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)5– (41–)10 (50) | 8° (46°)4– (39–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)9 (48) | 4° (39°)1– (34–)7 (45) | 3° (37°)-1– (30–)6 (43) | 2° (36°)-2– (28–)6 (43) | 4° (39°)0– (32–)8 (46) | 6° (43°)2– (36–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)4– (39–)10 (50) | 8° (46°)5– (41–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)5– (41–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 7 | 4h UV 7 | 6h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 8 | 6h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 5h UV 7 | 4h UV 5 |
🌧Rain Days | 14d140mm (5.5") | 14d120mm (4.7") | 12d102mm (4.0") | 5d44mm (1.7") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 1d4mm (0.1") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 7d78mm (3.1") | 8d83mm (3.3") | 14d139mm (5.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Peru (Cusco) is on the cool side — with highs around 20°C (68°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 13°C (55°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 14 rain days (140 mm (5.5 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Peru (Cusco) in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Peru (Cusco)?
- January is not an optimal month for Peru (Cusco) (Score: 41/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider April, May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Peru (Cusco) in January?
- In January, Peru (Cusco) sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 13°C (55°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Peru (Cusco) in January?
- In January, Peru (Cusco) receives an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain over 14 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Peru (Cusco) get in January?
- Peru (Cusco) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
