Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Sacred Valley in July
Little changes in Sacred Valley from June: highs stay near 62°F (17°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls.
At 93/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 93/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are mild at around 62°F (17°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 40°F (4°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Plan around July
July is one of Sacred Valley's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (92 → 93/100).
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 40°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sacred Valley in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Huacatay
Garden restaurant in Urubamba serving Novoandina cooking.
Why now July scores 93/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Pisac Archaeological Park
Terraced Inca citadel high above the town with temples and cliff tombs.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chinchero
Village with Inca terraces, a colonial church and weaving cooperatives.
Cervecería del Valle Sagrado
Craft brewery and taproom on the valley road near Ollantaytambo.
Pisac Market
Craft and produce market around Pisac's plaza, liveliest on Sundays.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Cusco in July~16 mi · highs 61°F, 0.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Machu Picchu in July~33 mi · highs 69°F, 0.4 in rain · 4°C (6°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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Sacred Valley?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 93/100. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends.
How cold is Sacred Valley in July?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sacred Valley in July?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.3 in (718 mm).
What should I pack for Sacred Valley in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 40°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Sacred Valley
Routes in season in July
- Cusco & Machu Picchu May – Sep
Planning Sacred Valley in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.