Month guide · Cusco · Peru
Cusco in November
What November is really like in Cusco: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
November is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 21°C (70°F), lows of 6°C (43°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 12.8 hours of daylight. The wet season begins with afternoon storms; mornings are usually clear.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 21°C (70°F) / 6°C (43°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in November
November is the 3rd-warmest month in Cusco: days average 21°C (70°F) against a yearly average high of 20°C (68°F), and nights fall to about 6°C (43°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 30 days. Compared with October (21°C (70°F)), November is about as warm; by December highs stay near 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 05:11
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:55
- Daylight
- About 12.8 hours
Dry season (May–September). Sunny days, clear skies and freezing nights; peak season for Machu Picchu and treks, with festivals in June.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 2 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in June). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Cusco, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Historic Centre
Museo de Arte Precolombino (MAP)
A compact, high-quality museum for an hour on a rainy afternoon; the courtyard restaurant is a calm place for lunch.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- History
- Rainy day
Museum · Historic Centre
Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cusco
This non-profit centre on Avenida El Sol works with weaving communities around Cusco.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Shopping
- Rainy day
Landmark · Historic Centre
Plaza de Armas
Climb to a café balcony overlooking the plaza for views of the churches at night when they are lit.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- After dark
- Photo spot
Historic site · San Cristóbal
Sacsayhuamán
This vast Inca complex above the city has three tiers of zigzagging walls made of huge, perfectly fitted stones, some weighing many tonnes.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Views
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 21°C, lows near 6°C and 11 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Cusco?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Cusco in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Cusco?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The wet season begins with afternoon storms; mornings are usually clear.
+How warm is Cusco in November?
Average highs are around 21°C (70°F) and lows around 6°C (43°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Cusco in November?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.