Best Time to do Huchuy Qosqo Trek

The Huchuy Qosqo trek is the shortest and easiest of alternative treks to Machu Picchu. Huchuy Qosqo is located in the Peruvian Andes. Close by the popular Sacred Valley. So as in some of the trekking trails the weather conditions are similar to Cusco region. marked in two big seasons:

A dry season that runs from May through to November, and a wet season which starts in December and runs through to April. So the ideal time for a Huchuy Qosqo trek is during the dry season (May- November). However you can trek to Huchuy Qosqo all-year-round. But we suggest you avoiding January to March which are the main rainy months. The dry shoulder months of April and November are pleasant. Although there is a higher probability of encountering rain.

Temperatures

Around Huchuy Qosqo temperatures are relatively consistent year-round. The days are warm (in the high 20s Celsius), at night and early mornings are cold (low digits and below zero Celsius in winter time). Warm trekking clothing will be necessary to bring.

Micro-climates dominate in the Andes. which means weather conditions can change quickly and rain is possible all year round. Do bring a good rain gear, like a poncho, even in the dry season.

Please is important to remember May through September is the peak trekking season. however, as the Huchuy Qosqo trek to Machu Picchu is one of the least popular routes. You are unlikely to encounter many trekkers on the trail. Machu Picchu, on the other hand, will be busy.

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