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Weather & Climate in Huachocolpa, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Huachocolpa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 226.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,140 feet.
Temperature
59°F Jan (15°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,140 ft (4,310 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0318°N, 74.9471°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
195 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Jan 30, 2012 | 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.4 | 147 km | 43 km |
| Apr 5, 1991 | 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.3 | 147 km | 50 km |
| May 16, 1992 | 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru | M6.1 | 144 km | 57 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 119 km | 101 km |
| Feb 18, 2014 | 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M5.9 | 144 km | 57 km |
| Sep 22, 2010 | 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru | M5.7 | 128 km | 50 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 108 km | 107 km |
| May 6, 2012 | 14 km SE of Humay, Peru | M5.6 | 127 km | 54 km |
| Jan 23, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru | M5.6 | 66 km | 104 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru | M5.5 | 118 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 2021 | 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M5.5 | 148 km | 34 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 120 km | 101 km |
| Nov 25, 2013 | 12 km SE of Omas, Peru | M5.5 | 144 km | 77 km |
| Jun 15, 2009 | 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru | M5.4 | 141 km | 42 km |
| Mar 18, 1999 | 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru | M5.3 | 137 km | 116 km |
| Apr 8, 1996 | 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru | M5.3 | 102 km | 72 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 46 km | 81 km |
| May 13, 2019 | 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru | M5.2 | 97 km | 90 km |
| Aug 1, 2009 | 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru | M5.2 | 115 km | 101 km |
| Sep 1, 1995 | 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.2 | 65 km | 109 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 38°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 36°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 38°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.3 in |
Huachocolpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 36°F in August to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (0.2").