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Weather & Climate in Iscos, Peru

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

Iscos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,928 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,928 ft (3,331 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates-12.0983°N, 75.2933°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above US avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 143 km 106 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 125 km 33 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 142 km 96 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 46 km 104 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 107 km 10 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 113 km 77 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 130 km 54 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 148 km 81 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 45 km 116 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 73 km 14 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 12 km 101 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 45 km 90 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 144 km 84 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 135 km 108 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 136 km 87 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 150 km 103 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 43 km 10 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 83 km 100 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 150 km 71 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 98 km 103 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°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 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
August 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
September 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in

Iscos has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 39°F in January to 54°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.3").

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