January weather forecastCusco, Peru
January
Weather in January
The weather in January in Cusco, Peru, marks the start of the year with conditions typically damp and a bit chilly. While daily sunshine decreases compared to the latter part of the previous year, rainfall does surge this month, peaking at 145mm (5.71"), making it the wettest month. As January is fully immersed in the wet season, rain showers can be expected on around 18 days of the month. Despite these rain showers, Cusco remains an attractive destination for weather-hardy tourists who can manage cooler nighttime temperatures. The UV index remains high, urging residents and visitors alike to keep sun protection in mind even on cloudy days.Temperature
The yearly lowest temperatures in Cusco occur in January and February, averaging a high-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F).Humidity
In Cusco, the average relative humidity in January is 64%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Cusco is January, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:22 -05.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Cusco is 4.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Cusco, Peru, are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 12 in January leads to these guidelines:
Practice every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes might burn in minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in January
Cusco, Peru
- Average high temperature in January: 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 January: 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 January
Cusco, Peru
- Average humidity in January: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in January
Cusco, Peru
- Average rainfall in January: 145.3mm
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 January
Cusco, Peru
- Average rainfall days in January: 18 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 January /
Average sunshine in January
Cusco, Peru
- Average daylight in January: 12h and 48min
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 January: 4h and 36min
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 January
Cusco, Peru
- Average UV index in January: 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).
