Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Sacred Valley in February
Little changes in Sacred Valley from January: highs stay near 62°F (17°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), and about 5.0 in (127 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 69/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 5.0 in (127 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What February feels like
Highs near 62°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 44°F (7°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.0 in (127 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (69 → 69/100).
- Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Sacred Valley in February
With 5.0 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Cervecería del Valle Sagrado
Craft brewery and taproom on the valley road near Ollantaytambo.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.0 in of rain.
MIL Centro
Virgilio Martínez's restaurant beside Moray serving Andean ingredients in tasting menus.
Why now Easy to slot in when February's rain moves in.
El Albergue Restaurante
Farm-to-table restaurant on the Ollantaytambo train platform, with its own farm.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter February days.
Chinchero
Village with Inca terraces, a colonial church and weaving cooperatives.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.0 in of rain.
Salineras de Maras
Thousands of terraced salt pans fed by a salty spring, worked since pre-Inca times.
Nearby in February
- Cusco in February~16 mi · highs 61°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Machu Picchu in February~33 mi · highs 67°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (4°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 Sacred Valley's ~3,210 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.
Sacred Valley in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Sacred Valley?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 69/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 5.0 in (127 mm) of rain. Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Sacred Valley in February?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sacred Valley in February?
Yes: about 5.0 in (127 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.3 in (718 mm).
What should I pack for Sacred Valley in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Sacred Valley in February?
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