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Weather & Climate in Chipao, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chipao experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 49°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 11,276 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
49°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,276 ft (3,437 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3661°N, 73.8767°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
297 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 | 42 km | 101 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 71 km | 101 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 147 km | 111 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 101 km | 31 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 53 km | 101 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 128 km | 97 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 83 km | 107 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 148 km | 26 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 137 km | 91 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 18 km | 96 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 75 km | 101 km |
| Aug 10, 2001 | 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.4 | 131 km | 33 km |
| May 16, 2017 | 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru | M5.4 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 147 km | 81 km |
| May 27, 1998 | central Peru | M5.3 | 134 km | 96 km |
| Oct 15, 2002 | 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru | M5.3 | 125 km | 87 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru | M5.3 | 53 km | 94 km |
| Sep 1, 1995 | 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.2 | 137 km | 109 km |
| Jan 12, 2004 | 15 km WSW of Quicacha, Peru | M5.2 | 144 km | 83 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 | 49°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
Chipao has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 39°F in January to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.3").