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Weather & Climate in Aucara, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Aucara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 44.7 inches. The area receives 109.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,568 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
46°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 45.3°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,568 ft (3,221 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.2808°N, 73.9761°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
270 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 | 56 km | 101 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 56 km | 101 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 100 km | 31 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 56 km | 101 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 141 km | 97 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 69 km | 107 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 147 km | 91 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 61 km | 101 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 8 km | 96 km |
| Aug 10, 2001 | 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.4 | 142 km | 33 km |
| May 16, 2017 | 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru | M5.4 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 134 km | 81 km |
| May 27, 1998 | central Peru | M5.3 | 141 km | 96 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru | M5.3 | 58 km | 94 km |
| Oct 15, 2002 | 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru | M5.3 | 134 km | 87 km |
| Jan 28, 2003 | 31 km N of Tocota, Peru | M5.2 | 122 km | 68 km |
| Mar 23, 2010 | 12 km NNE of Acarí, Peru | M5.2 | 132 km | 53 km |
| Mar 6, 2007 | 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru | M5.2 | 91 km | 93 km |
| Sep 1, 2014 | 19 km S of Nazca, Peru | M5.2 | 129 km | 60 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
Aucara has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 39°F in January to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.3").