Geography of Cusco
Geography of Cusco: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cusco
Lake Titicaca is 233 mi to the south-east, Bolivia is 328 mi to the south-east, Lima is 357 mi to the west and Jorge Chavez International Airport is 362 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 13°31′54.8″S 71°58′3″W (-13.5319, -71.9675)
Quick facts about Cusco
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 13°31′54.8″S 71°58′3″W (-13.5319, -71.9675) |
| Population | 430.000 |
| Known for | Inca capital and Machu Picchu gateway |
| Local time | 8:58 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by attraction in Cusco
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Geography by unesco world heritage site in Cusco
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Summary
Cusco is a city in Peru. Cusco is known for Inca capital and Machu Picchu gateway. It has a population of about 430.000.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Cusco with light drizzle. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 46°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Cusco is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
Nearby highlights include Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and Lake Titicaca.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cusco today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Cusco month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64° | 46° | 8,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 63° | 46° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 46° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 63° | 45° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 43° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 41° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 40° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 42° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 44° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 45° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 66° | 46° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 65° | 46° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cusco?
Cusco is a city in Peru. Its coordinates are -13.5319, -71.9675. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Cusco right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Cusco, which has a temperate climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cusco in?
Cusco observes America/Lima (UTC-05:00). The local time is 8:58 PM.
How many people live in Cusco?
Cusco has a population of approximately 430.000.
What are the top things to do in Cusco?
Popular options include Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and Lake Titicaca.
What places are in Cusco?
Cusco covers 3 places in this atlas, including Machu Picchu, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 8:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
