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Weather & Climate in Huancullani, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Huancullani experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 37.0 inches. The area receives 55.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,956 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
46°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,956 ft (3,949 m) |
| Area | 74.0 sq mi (191.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.6298°N, 69.3218°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
583 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| May 24, 1991 | 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru | M6.8 | 148 km | 128 km |
| Dec 12, 1994 | 45 km E of Estique, Peru | M6.3 | 99 km | 148 km |
| May 14, 2012 | 40 km ENE of Palca, Peru | M6.2 | 120 km | 106 km |
| Jun 8, 2011 | 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.9 | 55 km | 146 km |
| Sep 30, 2009 | 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru | M5.9 | 120 km | 255 km |
| Apr 16, 2005 | 34 km ENE of Palca, Peru | M5.8 | 119 km | 119 km |
| Dec 2, 1991 | 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.8 | 85 km | 241 km |
| Oct 25, 1996 | 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru | M5.7 | 109 km | 116 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 67 km E of Tarata, Peru | M5.6 | 83 km | 176 km |
| May 30, 2004 | 18 km W of Camilaca, Peru | M5.5 | 147 km | 109 km |
| May 24, 2022 | 42 km ENE of Palca, Peru | M5.5 | 114 km | 156 km |
| May 12, 2021 | 2 km NW of Chuquitira, Peru | M5.4 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 2005 | 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru | M5.4 | 83 km | 140 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.4 | 101 km | 260 km |
| Jul 25, 2004 | 76 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia | M5.4 | 113 km | 156 km |
| Mar 4, 1998 | 60 km E of Estique, Peru | M5.3 | 101 km | 132 km |
| Oct 26, 2003 | 10 km NE of Palca, Peru | M5.3 | 134 km | 108 km |
| Feb 24, 2002 | 53 km E of Chojata, Peru | M5.3 | 99 km | 33 km |
| Mar 25, 2000 | 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru | M5.3 | 61 km | 220 km |
| Dec 1, 1998 | 71 km ENE of Palca, Peru | M5.3 | 110 km | 161 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (112 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 112 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 120 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 163 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 165 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 172 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in |
Huancullani has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 42°F in June to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.2").