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Weather & Climate in Oyón, Peru

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

Oyón has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 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 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,867 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,867 ft (3,617 m)
Area457.0 sq mi (1,183.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-10.6685°N, 76.7717°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.1"
119% above US avg
Snowfall 58.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 113 km 106 km
Apr 29, 1991 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru M5.9 118 km 58 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 124 km 33 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 135 km 96 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 127 km 71 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 79 km 126 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 142 km 33 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 118 km 67 km
Apr 1, 2015 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru M5.3 144 km 48 km
Jul 18, 2016 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.2 121 km 75 km
Feb 15, 2024 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru M5.2 111 km 67 km
Mar 31, 2022 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru M5.1 144 km 52 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 149 km 33 km
Apr 3, 2024 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.0 146 km 9 km
Jul 28, 2007 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru M5.0 136 km 51 km
May 22, 2018 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru M4.9 117 km 66 km
Mar 2, 2005 10 km SSE of Santa Rosa de Sacco, Peru M4.9 143 km 122 km
Aug 13, 2019 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru M4.9 77 km 15 km
Dec 31, 2012 16 km W of Sayán, Peru M4.9 83 km 77 km
Oct 9, 1991 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru M4.9 118 km 50 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.6 in
February 41°F (5°C) 5.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
July 41°F (5°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in
September 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.7 in

Oyón has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 37°F in June to 41°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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