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Weather & Climate in Huancán, Peru

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

Huancán has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 159.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,863 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 36°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,863 ft (3,311 m)
Area20.1 sq mi (52.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1063°N, 75.2170°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.3"
48% above US avg
Snowfall 159.1"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.10"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 120 km 33 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 42 km 104 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 99 km 10 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 120 km 77 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 122 km 54 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 150 km 72 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 53 km 116 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 73 km 14 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 143 km 81 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 21 km 101 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 138 km 84 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 37 km 90 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 135 km 87 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 132 km 108 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 95 km 103 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 42 km 10 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 89 km 100 km
Apr 14, 2014 5 km WNW of Vilca, Peru M4.9 41 km 85 km
Feb 19, 2024 11 km NW of Huachocolpa, Peru M4.9 98 km 84 km
Jan 29, 1994 10 km NW of Pilpichaca, Peru M4.9 130 km 104 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in Wettest
March 53°F (11°C) 4.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
June 49°F (10°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
August 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in

Huancán has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 35°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.3").

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