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Weather & Climate in Lucanas, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lucanas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 356 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 44.7 inches. The area receives 109.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,988 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,988 ft (3,349 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.6223°N, 74.2334°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
415 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.2.
| Jun 28, 2024 | 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.2 | 136 km | 24 km |
| Jan 14, 2018 | 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.1 | 137 km | 39 km |
| Sep 25, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.1 | 139 km | 40 km |
| Aug 24, 2014 | 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru | M6.8 | 71 km | 101 km |
| Apr 5, 1991 | 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.3 | 144 km | 50 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 78 km | 101 km |
| Jun 16, 2024 | 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru | M6.0 | 139 km | 27 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 18 km | 101 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 54 km | 31 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 24 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 120 km | 23 km |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru | M5.8 | 123 km | 27 km |
| Jun 28, 2007 | 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 137 km | 12 km |
| Nov 15, 1996 | 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru | M5.8 | 135 km | 33 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 35 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 132 km | 23 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 127 km | 97 km |
| Jan 25, 2019 | 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru | M5.7 | 121 km | 61 km |
| Jul 2, 2012 | 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru | M5.7 | 149 km | 40 km |
| Jan 12, 2001 | 27 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.7 | 123 km | 39 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 87 km | 107 km |
| Dec 24, 2009 | 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru | M5.6 | 130 km | 59 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 134 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 137 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 139 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 44°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in |
Lucanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (0.1").