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Weather & Climate in Alca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 43.7 inches. The area receives 261.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 8,960 feet.
Temperature
71°F Jan (22°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above US avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,960 ft (2,731 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.1347°N, 72.7647°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
680 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| Aug 24, 2014 | 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru | M6.8 | 105 km | 101 km |
| Jul 8, 2008 | 28 km E of Lluta, Peru | M6.2 | 144 km | 123 km |
| Jun 7, 2012 | 16 km S of Uñon, Peru | M6.1 | 91 km | 110 km |
| Jul 17, 2013 | 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru | M6.0 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 32 km | 111 km |
| Nov 4, 1990 | 15 km N of Iray, Peru | M5.8 | 67 km | 121 km |
| Nov 11, 1994 | 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru | M5.8 | 60 km | 121 km |
| Dec 4, 2001 | 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru | M5.8 | 36 km | 33 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru | M5.8 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 98 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru | M5.7 | 141 km | 56 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 74 km | 97 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 102 km | 91 km |
| Dec 24, 2009 | 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru | M5.6 | 148 km | 59 km |
| Sep 8, 1996 | 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru | M5.6 | 58 km | 98 km |
| May 24, 2003 | 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru | M5.6 | 144 km | 144 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 3 km | 26 km |
| Aug 25, 2014 | 12 km SSE of Urasqui, Peru | M5.5 | 116 km | 62 km |
| Apr 4, 1990 | 26 km SE of Urasqui, Peru | M5.5 | 118 km | 93 km |
| May 14, 2013 | 25 km SE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.5 | 87 km | 105 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 56 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 103 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 121 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 186 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in |
Alca has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in June to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.1").