Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Cusco in November
Cusco's warmest month brings highs averaging 64°F (18°C), lows of 43°F (6°C) and about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (72 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 64°F (18°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 43°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.8 in (72 mm).
Plan around November
November is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in October to 80/100.
- Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 43°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cusco in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Qorikancha
Inca Sun Temple with precise stonework inside the Santo Domingo convent.
Plaza de Armas
Main square framed by the Cathedral and La Compañía church, built over the Inca plaza.
Cicciolina
Long-running upstairs restaurant and tapas bar blending Peruvian and Mediterranean cooking.
Mercado Central de San Pedro
Cusco's main market for fruit juices, soups, breads and local produce.
Museo del Pisco
Pisco bar with tasting flights and well-made pisco sours.
Nearby in November
- Sacred Valley in November~16 mi · highs 65°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Machu Picchu in November~46 mi · highs 70°F, 2.9 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~3,740 m to Cusco's ~3,336 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cusco in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Cusco?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 93 in May – September. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain. Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Cusco in November?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cusco in November?
Some: about 2.8 in (72 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.3 in (718 mm).
What should I pack for Cusco in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 43°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Cusco in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.