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Coricancha

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Coricancha

Cusco, Peru
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inCusco, Peru
In season~64°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

41–66°F
CurrencyPEN
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-05:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Aug. Go in May, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 67%
WarmestSep · 66°F
WettestJan
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Coricancha was the most important temple in the Inca Empire, and was described by early Spanish colonialists. It is located in Cusco, Peru, which was the capital of the empire.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Coricancha?

The best time to visit Coricancha is May–September, in Cusco, Peru.

Where is Coricancha?

Coricancha is in Cusco, Peru.

What is Coricancha known for?

The Coricancha was the most important temple in the Inca Empire, and was described by early Spanish colonialists. It is located in Cusco, Peru, which was the capital of the empire.

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