Normal weather for Cusco in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Cusco with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 8°C.
In January, there is an average of 144 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,3 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Cusco. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Cusco in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
18°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
144 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,3 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Cusco with mild temperatures, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights close to 7°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 19°C, with nights close to 7°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Cusco will be around 19°C, with nights close to 7°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Daily Temperature in January in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Cusco
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Cusco.
Daily Snowfall in January in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Cusco, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Cusco, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Cusco per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Cusco, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Cusco
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Average Weather in Cusco by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cusco. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
