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The cliffs and Pacific coastline of Miraflores in LimaTerracotta rooftops of Cusco with the Andes beyond

Lima vs Cusco in November

Lima edges it in November. Lima averages 17–22°C with moderate crowds; Cusco 8–22°C with low crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Lima and Cusco

The verdict for November

  • WeatherLima has the better weather7.5/10 vs 5/10
  • CrowdsCusco is quieterModerate vs Low
  • PricesCusco is cheaper$$$ vs $$$
  • OverallLima comes out ahead6.8/10 vs 6/10
The cliffs and Pacific coastline of Miraflores in Lima

Lima in November

Sun returns

Temperature
17–22°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$$

+Warm days and clearer skies.

–Prices begin to rise.

November sees the sun return and the coast come alive again.

Terracotta rooftops of Cusco with the Andes beyond

Cusco in November

Rains return

Temperature
8–22°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
$$$

+Low prices and fewer visitors.

–Regular rain and cloud.

November is quieter as the rainy season returns.

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.