February weather forecastCusco, Peru

An early morning panorama of the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, Peru

February

Weather in February

Carrying over similar weather patterns from January, Cusco in February continues to experience relatively cooler temperatures and heavy precipitation. Falling precipitation retreats slightly to 134mm (5.28") this month, yet remains comparatively high. Preparations for rain are necessary as the rainfall spans across approximately 13 days. It is a preferred time for travelers seeking fewer crowds, despite the increased likelihood of rain compared to other months. Decreasing daylight hours, on the other hand, don't limit the city's vibrant cultural activities.

Temperature

January and February are known as Cusco's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Humidity

February is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout February, 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cusco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 708mm (27.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:11 -05.

Sunshine

February has the least sunshine of the year in Cusco, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cusco are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 12 in February translates into the following instructions:
Practice every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes might burn in minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Cusco's coldest period falls in January and February, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Cusco in February has an average high-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F).

The most humid month in Cusco is February, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

In February, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Cusco, Peru, during February, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation.

In Cusco, the average day length in February is 12h and 32min.

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:11 -05.

February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

In February, the average sunshine duration in Cusco, Peru, is 4.3h.

January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Cusco, Peru.

In February, the average daily maximum UV index in Cusco, Peru, is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in February
Cusco, Peru

Average high temperature in February: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (20.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (18.8°C).

Average low temperature in February: 6.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (0.2°C).

Average humidity in February
Cusco, Peru

Average humidity in February: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in February
Cusco, Peru

Average rainfall in February: 133.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (145.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.5mm).

Average rainfall days in February
Cusco, Peru

Average rainfall days in February: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (2 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Cusco, Peru

Average daylight in February: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in February: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average UV index in February
Cusco, Peru

Average UV index in February: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).