Cusco · Peru
March
Rain eases slightly as the wet season retreats — a low-price month with improving afternoon conditions.
Strong option
#9 of 12 months
There are better months for Cusco — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
19°C
Low
7°C
Rain
132mm
Sun
5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How March scores in Cusco
Weather
Average
Value
Very good
Crowds
Very good
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Above average
What you gain in March
- ↑Rainfall drops from the February peak (132mm vs 161mm) and sunshine hours begin recovering — mornings are increasingly usable for outdoor sites including Sacsayhuamán and Pisac
- ↑The Inca Trail reopens after its February closure, though conditions remain muddy; alternative treks including Salkantay and Lares are viable and much quieter than high season
- ↑Very affordable pricing continues — mid-March to late April is genuinely good value for travellers who can accept some rain risk
What you sacrifice
- ↓Still heavy rainfall at 132mm: afternoon downpours remain the pattern and outdoor planning needs an early start with indoor backup
- ↓The Inca Trail, while open, is muddy and slippery — most operators prefer dry-season departures for safety and experience quality
- ↓Overcast skies dominate the landscape photography; the famous mountain views from Machu Picchu are frequently cloud-obscured
How March compares to May (best month)
| Factor | March | May ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 4 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 6 |
| Crowds | 7 | 6 |
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Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Cusco, not across destinations. Methodology →