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Weather & Climate in Checca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Checca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 62.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,094 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
44°F Jul (7°C)
| Annual Average | 44.9°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,094 ft (3,991 m) |
| Area | 251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4735°N, 71.3943°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
426 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 | 128 km | 236 km |
| Mar 1, 2019 | 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru | M7.0 | 136 km | 267 km |
| May 31, 2020 | 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru | M6.1 | 116 km | 186 km |
| Jul 12, 2009 | 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru | M6.1 | 120 km | 199 km |
| Jul 17, 2013 | 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru | M6.0 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Jun 16, 1994 | 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru | M6.0 | 146 km | 200 km |
| Nov 27, 1999 | 10 km S of Langui, Peru | M5.9 | 13 km | 126 km |
| Sep 13, 2010 | 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.9 | 68 km | 180 km |
| May 21, 2013 | 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru | M5.8 | 121 km | 92 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Sep 5, 2009 | 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru | M5.8 | 143 km | 210 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru | M5.8 | 126 km | 33 km |
| Oct 26, 2001 | 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru | M5.8 | 102 km | 212 km |
| May 3, 2020 | 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru | M5.7 | 134 km | 184 km |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.7 | 111 km | 190 km |
| Apr 20, 1994 | 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru | M5.6 | 117 km | 207 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 134 km | 91 km |
| Oct 28, 2003 | 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.6 | 90 km | 197 km |
| May 24, 2003 | 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru | M5.6 | 25 km | 144 km |
| Oct 14, 1999 | 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru | M5.5 | 100 km | 202 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 33 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 146 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 170 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.0 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 38°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
Checca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").