What is the weather like in Cusco in August?

Expect temperatures between 5°C and 17°C with 32% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Cusco in August?

Cusco in August scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Cusco in August?

August in Cusco is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Cusco Weather in August | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 25

Avg Low

5°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

31days

32% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Essential Travel Info for Cusco

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Currency

PEN

S/ Peruvian sol

Language

Aymara

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Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.091

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Key Connections

Lima Jorge Chávez (LIM)

Puerto Maldonado Padre Aldamiz (PEM)

Arequipa Rodríguez Ballón (AQP)

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)

Santiago Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Peru.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Peru. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Peru.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Peru take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas of the country <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevation east of the Andes, including the cities of Iquitos and Puerto MaldonadoRare cases in Tumbes and Piura regionsNo malaria transmission in the following areas: Lima Province; the cities of Arequipa, Ica, Moquegua, Nazca, Puno, or Tacna; the highland tourist areas (the city of Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca); along the central and southern Pacific CoastDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(80%)P. falciparum(20%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAreas <2,500m (<8,200 ft) elevation east of the Andes (see map): Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission (see map): No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is August a Good Time to Visit Cusco?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

Cusco's August delivers on its reputation: 17°C, 32% rain, 10.2h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 92% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

92% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

High altitude destination

3338m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

10.2h of sunshine daily

Rich cultural heritage

4 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 17°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Cusco in August averages 17°C with 32% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Cusco in August

What are the temperatures in Cusco in August?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Cusco in August?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Cusco in August?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is August peak season in Cusco?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Cusco Weather in August

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