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Weather & Climate in Chumpi, Peru

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Chumpi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 44.3 inches. The area receives 58.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,125 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,125 ft (3,391 m)
Area698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-15.0948°N, 73.7482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 58.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.70"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

583 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M8.4.

Jun 23, 2001 6 km SSW of Atico, Peru M8.4 131 km 33 km
Jun 28, 2024 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.2 111 km 24 km
Jan 14, 2018 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 127 km 39 km
Sep 25, 2013 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru M7.1 116 km 40 km
Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 58 km 101 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 113 km 62 km
Jul 18, 2017 22 km S of Atico, Peru M6.4 147 km 44 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 145 km 101 km
Jun 29, 2024 34 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.1 137 km 18 km
Jun 16, 2024 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru M6.0 112 km 27 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 56 km 101 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 96 km 31 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 89 km 111 km
Jul 12, 2024 24 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 124 km 23 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 148 km 33 km
Sep 28, 2004 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 107 km 27 km
Jun 29, 2015 27 km SSE of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 117 km 28 km
Jun 28, 2007 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 139 km 12 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 140 km 121 km
May 18, 2009 35 km SW of Acarí, Peru M5.8 133 km 23 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.8 m (29 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2001 S. PERU Earthquake 8.8 m 103 131 km
2024 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 109 km
2018 S. PERU Earthquake 0.2 m 127 km
2013 S. PERU Earthquake 0.1 m 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (156 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 156 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
February 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 51°F (10°C) 1.0 in
May 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 0.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in
November 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.3 in

Chumpi has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in June to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (0.1").

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