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Weather & Climate in Cancha Cancha, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cancha Cancha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 38°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 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 87.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,915 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
38°F Jul (3°C)
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,915 ft (3,327 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.6059°N, 74.3134°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
174 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 | 136 km | 101 km |
| Apr 5, 1991 | 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.3 | 147 km | 50 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 36 km | 101 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 130 km | 101 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 34 km | 107 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 48 km | 101 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 79 km | 96 km |
| May 16, 2017 | 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru | M5.4 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru | M5.3 | 106 km | 94 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 51 km | 81 km |
| Apr 8, 1996 | 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru | M5.3 | 95 km | 72 km |
| Aug 3, 2009 | 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru | M5.3 | 149 km | 45 km |
| May 28, 2008 | 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru | M5.2 | 58 km | 84 km |
| Sep 1, 1995 | 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.2 | 62 km | 109 km |
| Jul 27, 1997 | 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru | M5.2 | 94 km | 93 km |
| Apr 13, 2020 | 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru | M5.2 | 140 km | 70 km |
| Apr 25, 2000 | 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.1 | 79 km | 108 km |
| Jul 9, 2021 | 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru | M5.1 | 107 km | 60 km |
| Apr 7, 2022 | 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru | M5.1 | 107 km | 87 km |
| Aug 20, 2017 | 19 km SSW of Huancano, Peru | M5.1 | 150 km | 80 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in |
Cancha Cancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 38°F in July to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.2").