Cusco in October
The rains begin to feel their way back in October with brief afternoon showers, while mornings stay bright and Inca Trail permits become available at short notice.
Is October a good time to visit Cusco?
October is a middling month in Cusco — crowds around 62/100. Not the worst, but February is noticeably calmer.
What’s on in October
No major events this month — one of the reasons it stays calm.
Best days in October
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in October
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in October
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How October compares
Every month in Cusco, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Cusco?
October is a middling month in Cusco — crowds around 62/100. Not the worst, but February is noticeably calmer.
How crowded is Cusco in October?
Cusco sits at roughly 62/100 in October on our crowd scale, which is 1 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is February.
What is the weather like in Cusco in October?
Expect highs around 21°C and lows near 6°C in October, with about 9 wet days across the month.