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Weather & Climate in Ayapata, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ayapata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 160.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,823 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
41°F Jul (5°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,823 ft (3,299 m) |
| Area | 442.9 sq mi (1,147.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.7770°N, 70.3227°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
77 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.2.
| May 26, 2022 | 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru | M7.2 | 126 km | 236 km |
| Mar 1, 2019 | 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru | M7.0 | 106 km | 267 km |
| Jan 10, 1994 | 74 km S of Tambopata, Peru | M6.9 | 107 km | 596 km |
| Jul 12, 2009 | 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru | M6.1 | 141 km | 199 km |
| Nov 27, 1999 | 10 km S of Langui, Peru | M5.9 | 134 km | 126 km |
| Sep 13, 2010 | 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.9 | 105 km | 180 km |
| Sep 5, 2009 | 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru | M5.8 | 150 km | 210 km |
| Oct 26, 2001 | 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru | M5.8 | 112 km | 212 km |
| Mar 10, 1996 | 33 km SSW of Tambopata, Peru | M5.7 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.7 | 75 km | 190 km |
| Apr 20, 1994 | 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru | M5.6 | 137 km | 207 km |
| Oct 28, 2003 | 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.6 | 64 km | 197 km |
| Oct 14, 1999 | 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru | M5.5 | 59 km | 202 km |
| May 5, 2003 | 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.2 | 96 km | 171 km |
| Aug 9, 2006 | 12 km WNW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.2 | 85 km | 29 km |
| Dec 30, 2012 | 46 km E of Salvación, Peru | M5.2 | 122 km | 28 km |
| Jul 6, 2014 | 7 km SE of Layo, Peru | M5.1 | 120 km | 67 km |
| May 20, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Azángaro, Peru | M5.1 | 127 km | 227 km |
| May 5, 2024 | 11 km SE of Colquepata, Peru | M5.0 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2016 | 6 km N of Ayaviri, Peru | M4.9 | 120 km | 193 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 120 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 7.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
Ayapata has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 41°F in July to 49°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.6") and June the driest (1.2").