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Weather & Climate in Gorgor, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gorgor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 348 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,340 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,340 ft (4,066 m) |
| Area | 457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.5833°N, 77.0333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
115 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.
| Apr 18, 1993 | 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru | M6.3 | 131 km | 106 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru | M5.9 | 102 km | 58 km |
| Jul 31, 1995 | 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru | M5.7 | 136 km | 59 km |
| Jun 21, 1995 | 28 km W of Chancay, Peru | M5.6 | 119 km | 71 km |
| Feb 17, 2005 | 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru | M5.4 | 109 km | 126 km |
| Dec 25, 1998 | 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru | M5.4 | 118 km | 67 km |
| Apr 1, 2015 | 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.3 | 115 km | 48 km |
| Nov 5, 1998 | 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru | M5.3 | 148 km | 51 km |
| Feb 15, 2024 | 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru | M5.2 | 107 km | 67 km |
| Dec 6, 2000 | 59 km WSW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.2 | 145 km | 41 km |
| Mar 28, 2010 | 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru | M5.2 | 122 km | 65 km |
| Jul 18, 2016 | 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru | M5.2 | 103 km | 75 km |
| Jul 29, 2004 | 61 km WSW of Supe Puerto, Peru | M5.1 | 141 km | 52 km |
| Mar 31, 2022 | 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru | M5.1 | 123 km | 52 km |
| May 12, 2020 | 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.0 | 124 km | 73 km |
| Jul 28, 2007 | 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru | M5.0 | 113 km | 51 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru | M4.9 | 51 km | 15 km |
| Nov 2, 2002 | 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru | M4.9 | 136 km | 68 km |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 16 km W of Sayán, Peru | M4.9 | 72 km | 77 km |
| Oct 9, 1991 | 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru | M4.9 | 108 km | 50 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | CHUNGAR | Meteorological | 30.0 m | 600 | 82 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in |
Gorgor has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (0.1").