If you are planning to visit the south of Cusco and specifically the Colored Mountains, you have to get to or pass through the district of Cusipata. Cusipata is the turn-off point to Vinincunca Mountain and Palcoyo Mountain. There, usually the tours make a stop there to have breakfast and even lunch before the return.

Very close to Cusipata is the detour to the mountains and once, following the roads, you will reach the respective detours to reach each of the destinations. Both mountains have a considerable distance between them.

For those who wish to make the trip on their own, they will have to take into account the weather conditions in Cusipata. This is because there, you will have to do two things, one of them is to look for breakfast and the second one is to look for transportation to continue your trip. This is the only way to get to Vinincunca and Palcoyo.

During the trip and the stay in Cusipata, you will have to do these activities on your own. By not having a transportation or similar, depending on the season and day conditions may not be suitable. That is why we leave you the weather and climate forecast in Cusipata. We believe that with this information you will be able to decide better the clothing, footwear and other details, taking into account, of course, the conditions of the day you plan to make the trip.

How is the weather in Cusipata?

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Palcoyo is considered by many as the new Montaña de Colores (Colored Mountain). Although we see it as a new destination and also offers new experiences. Palcoyo is located south of Cusco. The travel time is 3 hours to the community of Palcoyo, from where the hike begins to the mountain through the different viewpoints.

Palcoyo offers a new experience because it has several viewpoints of the mountain. This allows for more travel and also to have more perspectives on Palcoyo Mountain and the surrounding mountain ranges. Completing all the viewpoints will depend on the travelers.

Being located in Cusco, Palcoyo has two very different climatic seasons. The first one starts in November and ends in March, during those months you can find a great presence of rain. The second season is the dry season, this season is the most advisable to visit. Comprising the months of April and October.

We recommend that you take into account these two seasons and write them down for your trip planning. Likewise, we leave you all the information about the weather conditions in Palcoyo for the next 7 days, so you can have more information about what to expect on your trip to Palcoyo. Don’t forget that you can find much more information.

How is the weather in Palcoyo?

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Vinincunca or the Colored Mountain of Cusco, is located south of the historic center. To get there you have to make a trip of approximately 3 hours and then a walk of approximately 2 hours.

It is one of the most visited destinations in Cusco despite the long road and difficulty in the route that follows. Thousands of tourists come to the Montaña de Colores for the beautiful landscapes it offers. It will highlight the presence of the colors that give life to this mountain located more than 5,000 meters above sea level.

To reach this destination it is important to know the weather conditions. For a better understanding, we must mention the two seasons that have greater presence throughout the year. The first one is the rainy season that usually starts during the month of November and lasts until April. The second is the dry season, which starts in May and lasts until October. This season is characterized by scarce rain and much more sunshine.

Weather conditions may vary. If you are about to make the trip you should take a look at this information. We share with you the climate information and the weather forecast for the next days in the Montaña de Colores – Vinincunca. This mainly so that you can take the necessary precautions and organize your trip better. We wish you an excellent trip.

How is the weather in Vinincunca?

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Santa Teresa is a district of the province of La Convención in the department of Cusco. It has recently become a tourist center because it is very close to Machu Picchu (14 km) and also for its natural and scenic attractions. The climate in Santa Teresa is tropical with an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). In the summer season (October – March) the rains are intense, with maximum temperatures close to 30°C (86°F). During the winter (April – September) rainfall decreases and temperatures drop to 11°C at night, during the day the atmosphere is warm with temperatures reaching 28°C.

How is the weather in Santa Teresa?

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The Inca city of Machu Picchu is located at 2400 m.a.s.l. in a subtropical zone, between the Andes mountain range and the Amazon jungle, with a warm and humid climate. There are two seasons: The rainy season that goes from October to March, the climate is very temperate with temperatures between 8° and 22°C, the rains are copious in this season and with more intensity during the months of January and February. The dry season goes from April to September, the days become clear with a radiant sun and a unique blue sky, temperatures rise up to 25°C during the day, but drop to 0°C during the early morning, especially in the months of June and July, the rains are sporadic, but always present, it is the best time to visit Machu Picchu.

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Pitumarca is a district to the south of Cusco, is one of the destinations to be visited when making the tour to the Mountain of Colors of Vinincunca and Palcoyo. Both tours, in most cases, make the return by this route, and then pass through Checacupe and make the respective visits in this district.

In case you are traveling on your own, it is likely that you will also make the route through this place, this during the outward journey. This is because Vinincunca and Palcoyo share a certain route. That is why some people choose to take transportation in Pitumarca. However, before embarking on this trip, they should consider eating or finding transportation for this trip.

In this sense, when making a stop in this place, besides looking for transportation, we believe it is important to know the conditions and the weather forecast of the district of Pitumarca. Only in this way, you will be able to plan your trip in the direction of one of these two mountains. Mention also, that in both cases you can appreciate beautiful landscapes and especially all the mountains that make up the place.

Thanks to the tables we have below you will be able to appreciate the weather forecast in Pitumarca for the next 7 days. Know the temperature of the day, possible rainfall and even the radiation of the place. Find more information below:

How is the weather in Pitumarca?

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Sacsayhuaman is located very close to Cusco. It is possible to get there walking, by bus or public transport, private transport and doing the famous City Tours Cusco. Sacsayhuaman is located 3 600 meters above sea level. There are many people who visit this archaeological site when they arrive in Cusco and they do it walking.

The walking time from Cusco’s Main Square to Sacsayhuaman is about one hour, taking into account some stops to rest or take pictures. While arriving by private or public car, it can take at most 30 minutes, having the worst possible traffic. The tour is done in the open air so it will be important to know the weather conditions.

The weather in Sacsayhuaman is very similar to the one in Cusco, however, some days it can rain in one place and not in the other. That is why we want to leave all the information of the weather and climate so that visitors can have more knowledge of the possible rains. All this in order to have a proper planning when touring Sacsayhuaman.

How is the weather in Sacsayhuaman?

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Is it a good option to travel to Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the rainy season? Well yes, after all, in these places does not have to be rainy season for there to be heavy precipitation without warning; But this does not have to be bad, on the contrary, it can make of its route through the streets of Cusco or the beautiful places of the valley, a refreshing adventure with incredible green landscapes.

View of the Sacred Valley in the rainy season

When is the rainy season in Cusco and the Sacred Valley?

The seasonal rains in Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas occur between November and March; But although there is not much sun, you can discover the charm of the gray clouds and the rainbows, perched on incredible green mountain landscapes; It is really exciting to see a rainbow over the walls of Sacsayhuaman.

In this post we collect tips and good reasons why you should come to Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the rainy season.

Lush and green landscapes

Cusco is the best destination in South America and has places as impressive as Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, the Sacred Valley and many others that we will not mention, but if we say that they are exuberant places with a natural beauty that has turned them into the most desired destinations of This part of the planet; However, the rainy season gives them a very special beauty, the Urubamba river valley is tinged with its most intense green. If you have already decided to come to Cusco during the rainy season, enjoy the scenery and have your camera ready to capture some rainbows.

Machu Picchu in the rainy season

Low prices

During the rainy season the number of visitors decreases, so it is possible to find deals on airline tickets, tours, hotels, etc . Allowing you to spend much less than you would spend during the dry season, which in turn is the high season of tourism, allowing you to save a little on your travel bag.

Fewer tourists

The holidays of people in Europe and the United States coincide with the dry season (high season), but for the months of the rainy season these will be over; So you will have the opportunity to visit most of the tourist sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, without being crowded with visitors who want to take a selfie in the same place and at the same time as you; You can also take photos of the incredible landscapes, without dozens of strangers in them.

Tourist taking a selfie next to a llama

Gastronomy

You know that if you travel to Cusco during the rainy season, you can enjoy the best fruit salads, with seasonal fruits such as capuli, mangos, lucuma, experts (organic pears) and naturally grown peaches. But you can also taste delicious dishes that you can only enjoy during this season, try the “capchi de habas con Mushrooms”, “the boiled turnip” or the “Puchero Cuzco”; Remember that it is in Peru and that it is the best culinary destination in the world.

Market of San Pedro in Cusco

Walks

In case you did not know, during the rainy season in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, it is summer; Thanks to this and despite being cloudy, the days are warm and ideal to enjoy beautiful walks; However, do not forget to wear hiking shoes (non-slip), waterproof clothing and some warm clothing. Also remember that the most intense rains occur during the month of February. This month the Inca trail is closed, but you can do shorter but equally unforgettable walks, such as the Huayna Picchu mountain, which is one of the most incredible short walks in the world.

Hiking in the rainy season

If you decide that you want to be in Cusco and the Sacred Valley during the rainy season

• How to get there: You can get from Lima to Cusco by bus in about 20 hours, but you can also board a plane and arrive in an hour. During the rainy season airlines offer very good deals.

• Accommodation: you can find double rooms from 50 soles (US $ 18) and include all the services you want for a small additional cost.

• Food: Markets are a delicious and cheap option to eat. The San Pedro Market in Cusco is one of the best options to enjoy the local cuisine, but it is also a life experience in full force. Dare to eat marinade or a delicious baked guinea pig.

• Transportation: If you are in Cusco, you will surely be interested in reaching Machu Picchu, trains to Machu Picchu also have promotions during this season, you can buy a ticket from US $ 48 to US $ 290 (round trip), but if you want to go out Of the conventional, to enjoy beautiful landscapes and to save some money while arriving at Machu Picchu, try the alternative route for Santa Maria.

• Guide: You can find a guide at the entrance to Machu Picchu, but if you want your guide to be excellent, book one with us when booking your Machu Picchu tickets.

Important: Remember that Machu Picchu tickets and train tickets must be booked in advance.

Advice from people who have been there

Cusco's main square

By: Sebastián G

“Cusco is beautiful day and night“

“The main square of Cusco is beautiful day and night, beautiful gardens surrounded by historical places, restaurants, handicraft shops, bars and nightclubs, at night it is quite cold, I suppose because most constructions and streets of the 'historical center' They are made of stone.“

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We know that many of the people who travel to Machu Picchu do it for once time only; We also know that everyone expects the best of this trip. We can secure your Machu Picchu Tickets, or if you wish, we will take care of your entire itinerary. Why is this so important? The Inca city is 2,400 meters above sea level, between the Andes Mountains and the Amazon Rainforest, which makes the climate of Machu Picchu very special.

Statistical indicators of Machu Picchu’s climate during the year

What is the weather like in Machu Picchu?

Machu Picchu is located in a sub-tropical area , nestled between the mountains Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu , protected by the snowy Salkantay to the south and Veronica to the north. This rugged geography gives Machu Picchu a very peculiar climate, cool and warm, with sunny and rainy days, depending on the time in which you decide to travel; All this climatic variation makes the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu a wonderful place, with an enormous biodiversity, that inhabits one of the richest ecosystems of the planet.

When to go?

It is one of the best questions before going to Machu Picchu, and in truth only you can choose when to go to Machu Picchu. The climate in Machu Picchu and Cusco is clearly marked by 2 seasons or seasons; The rainy season and the dry season. Below we detail each one. Regardless of the season in which you come, you must bring waterproof clothing, as rainfall can fall at any time of the year.

Important

Regardless of the season in which you come, you must bring waterproof clothing, as rainfall can fall at any time of the year.

Rainy season (November to March)

The rainy season in Machu Picchu goes from November to March, during this time the greatest amount of rainfall of the year is presented; Of this time, the month that receives the most rainfall is February, that is why the Inca Trail closes during this month. But despite the continuous rains, the days are warmer, with temperatures ranging between 19 and 21 ºC, and the nights are not as cold as in the dry season. However, visiting Machu Picchu in rainy season has its advantages and the worst thing that can happen during this time is that it gets wet.

There may be one “those days” in which the rain falls without stopping; However, rains usually occur in intermittent bursts that can last from a few minutes to a couple of hours and are usually in the afternoon. This abundance of rain dresses the Inca city of its most intense green, this is something spectacular in Machu Picchu. Although rains fall in the afternoon, there may be precipitation at any time of the day, do not rely.

View of Machu Picchu during rainy season

What to bring?

If you are coming during this season do not forget to pack waterproof clothing, an umbrella and shoes that allow you to walk safely on wet and slippery surfaces.

In case you want to ascend the Huayna Picchu Mountain during this time, we recommend choosing the second group (entrance from 10:00 to 11:00 hours). But why this group? During the rainy season Machu Picchu is usually cloud-covered and with low visibility, and this is not very good if you pack your best camera to take the astonishing views of Machu Picchu from this mountain; Nevertheless the clouds dissipate in the course of the morning.

Dry season (April to October)

The dry season in Machu Picchu goes from May to October; The climate during this time is dry most of the time, especially in the months of June, July and August. The days are warm with an average temperature between 17 and 19 ° C. The nights are cooler during the dry season, and it is not uncommon for temperatures to drop below freezing in the months of June and July. Many consider this the best time to go to Machu Picchu; However it is also the time when Machu Picchu receives its greatest number of visitors.

In this season the days are sunny and the flora is presented in all its splendor, this thanks to the abundance of insects. It should be noted that this is also the coldest season, especially the months of June and July, where temperatures drop to -2 ° C.

The month of September gives you the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu in spring, during this special time, the weather is wonderful, the landscapes are greener, there are less people and everything is cheaper; In addition, the weather will allow you to take all the photos you want to Machu Picchu. This is one of the best times to climb some of the mountains of Machu Picchu.

View of Machu Picchu in dry season

If you plan to reach Machu Picchu by the Inca Trail or another long trek, know that temperatures in the mountains can drop to -5ºC or more.

What to bring?

If you are planning to come during this season, know that the season requires visitors to bring sunscreen (cap, sun block, lenses), repellent and plenty of water. The nights are cold, so bring warm clothes.

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