When to go to Sacred Valley of the Incas

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January - February

These are the months with most rainfall – expect some on at least half of all days. Daytime temperatures are pleasant and there should be plenty of sunshine. Increased cloud cover keeps the nighttimes relatively mild.

15°C Average max daytime temperature

3°C Average min nighttime temperature

19 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Urubamba

March - April

Showers become less frequent as the rainy season draws to a close. Nearby Cusco is noted for its Easter celebrations

15°C Average max daytime temperature

2°C Average min nighttime temperature

11 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Sacred Valley

May - June

A glorious time to visit this fertile valley; landscapes are green and fresh after the rainy season, and there are a number of celebrations taking place in the region, culminating in Inti Raymi in Cusco in late June. Sunny days and cool nights

15°C Average max daytime temperature

-1°C Average min nighttime temperature

1 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Sacred Valley

July - August

This is the driest time of the year, with rain unlikely; plenty of bright sunshine (take care, the Andean sun is very strong) and little in the way of cloud cover. The temperature drops markedly at night so go prepared with extra layers

15°C Average max daytime temperature

-2°C Average min nighttime temperature

0 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Sacred Valley

September - October

Expect pleasant days with plenty of sunshine and the occasional shower as the dry season draws to a close. Nights are cooler, but less severe than the mid winter months.

16°C Average max daytime temperature

1°C Average min nighttime temperature

8 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Inca trail

November - December

The rains gradually increase, though tend to come in bursts and there should still be plenty of sunshine. Temperatures are pleasant, though still cool at night.

16°C Average max daytime temperature

2°C Average min nighttime temperature

14 days per season rainfall

None humidity

Moray

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    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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