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Weather & Climate in Acopalca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Acopalca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 159.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,802 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
36°F Jul (2°C)
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,802 ft (3,902 m) |
| Area | 123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.9876°N, 75.1019°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
179 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Feb 19, 1998 | 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru | M5.9 | 134 km | 33 km |
| Feb 21, 2001 | 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru | M5.7 | 102 km | 33 km |
| Jan 23, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru | M5.6 | 52 km | 104 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru | M5.5 | 88 km | 10 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 12 km SE of Omas, Peru | M5.5 | 138 km | 77 km |
| Aug 2, 1993 | 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru | M5.4 | 106 km | 54 km |
| Oct 30, 2017 | 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru | M5.4 | 144 km | 101 km |
| Apr 8, 1996 | 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru | M5.3 | 147 km | 72 km |
| Mar 10, 1998 | 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru | M5.3 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 149 km | 81 km |
| Mar 6, 1998 | 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru | M5.3 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Mar 18, 1999 | 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru | M5.3 | 65 km | 116 km |
| Nov 6, 1992 | 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru | M5.3 | 59 km | 14 km |
| May 28, 2008 | 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru | M5.2 | 142 km | 84 km |
| Jun 16, 1992 | 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru | M5.2 | 142 km | 33 km |
| Aug 1, 2009 | 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru | M5.2 | 35 km | 101 km |
| May 13, 2019 | 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru | M5.2 | 31 km | 90 km |
| Aug 11, 2002 | 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru | M5.1 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Apr 7, 2022 | 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru | M5.1 | 149 km | 87 km |
| Apr 10, 2013 | 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru | M5.1 | 139 km | 103 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 44°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.1 in |
Acopalca has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 35°F in January to 46°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.6").