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Weather & Climate in Moyobamba, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Moyobamba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. 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 10,515 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
40°F Jul (4°C)
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,515 ft (3,205 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.3760°N, 73.8933°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
293 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| Aug 24, 2014 | 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru | M6.8 | 43 km | 101 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 70 km | 101 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 51 km | 101 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 99 km | 31 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 147 km | 111 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 131 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 128 km | 97 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 149 km | 26 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 83 km | 107 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 139 km | 91 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 18 km | 96 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 74 km | 101 km |
| May 16, 2017 | 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru | M5.4 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2001 | 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.4 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Apr 25, 2021 | 17 km SSE of Acarí, Peru | M5.4 | 149 km | 35 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 147 km | 81 km |
| Oct 15, 2002 | 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru | M5.3 | 126 km | 87 km |
| May 27, 1998 | central Peru | M5.3 | 136 km | 96 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru | M5.3 | 55 km | 94 km |
| Sep 1, 1995 | 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.2 | 137 km | 109 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
Moyobamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 39°F in January to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.2").