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Weather & Climate in El Descanso, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
El Descanso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 40°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 13,074 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
40°F Jul (5°C)
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,074 ft (3,985 m) |
| Area | 337.8 sq mi (875.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.5344°N, 71.3069°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
440 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 | 117 km | 236 km |
| Mar 1, 2019 | 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru | M7.0 | 126 km | 267 km |
| Jul 12, 2009 | 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru | M6.1 | 108 km | 199 km |
| May 31, 2020 | 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru | M6.1 | 105 km | 186 km |
| Jun 16, 1994 | 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru | M6.0 | 135 km | 200 km |
| Jul 17, 2013 | 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru | M6.0 | 133 km | 7 km |
| Sep 13, 2010 | 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.9 | 58 km | 180 km |
| Nov 27, 1999 | 10 km S of Langui, Peru | M5.9 | 2 km | 126 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru | M5.8 | 123 km | 33 km |
| May 21, 2013 | 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru | M5.8 | 132 km | 92 km |
| Sep 5, 2009 | 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru | M5.8 | 131 km | 210 km |
| Oct 26, 2001 | 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru | M5.8 | 91 km | 212 km |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.7 | 102 km | 190 km |
| May 3, 2020 | 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru | M5.7 | 123 km | 184 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 145 km | 91 km |
| Oct 28, 2003 | 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.6 | 83 km | 197 km |
| May 24, 2003 | 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru | M5.6 | 27 km | 144 km |
| Apr 20, 1994 | 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru | M5.6 | 105 km | 207 km |
| Aug 15, 2016 | 11 km SW of Tapay, Peru | M5.5 | 146 km | 20 km |
| Oct 14, 1999 | 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru | M5.5 | 93 km | 202 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 40 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 148 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 151 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 169 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 40°F (5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 38°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
El Descanso has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 37°F in June to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.1").