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Weather & Climate in Cotahuasi, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cotahuasi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 43.7 inches. The area receives 261.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 8,812 feet.
Temperature
71°F Jan (22°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,812 ft (2,686 m) |
| Area | 425.4 sq mi (1,101.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2131°N, 72.8886°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
707 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 | 142 km | 33 km |
| Aug 24, 2014 | 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru | M6.8 | 100 km | 101 km |
| Jul 8, 2008 | 28 km E of Lluta, Peru | M6.2 | 149 km | 123 km |
| Jun 7, 2012 | 16 km S of Uñon, Peru | M6.1 | 90 km | 110 km |
| Jul 17, 2013 | 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru | M6.0 | 133 km | 7 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 144 km | 101 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 17 km | 111 km |
| Nov 11, 1994 | 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru | M5.8 | 60 km | 121 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 109 km | 33 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru | M5.8 | 120 km | 33 km |
| Nov 4, 1990 | 15 km N of Iray, Peru | M5.8 | 63 km | 121 km |
| Dec 4, 2001 | 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru | M5.8 | 43 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 58 km | 97 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru | M5.7 | 126 km | 56 km |
| Aug 11, 2017 | 18 km ESE of Atico, Peru | M5.6 | 136 km | 41 km |
| Sep 8, 1996 | 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru | M5.6 | 44 km | 98 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 113 km | 91 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 19 km | 26 km |
| Dec 24, 2009 | 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru | M5.6 | 132 km | 59 km |
| Mar 16, 2022 | 10 km SW of Madrigal, Peru | M5.5 | 119 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 142 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 64 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 106 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 128 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in |
Cotahuasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (0.1").