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Weather & Climate in Pacllón, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pacllón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 58.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 163.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,712 feet.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
62°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,712 ft (3,265 m) |
| Area | 398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.2336°N, 77.0724°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
92 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Apr 29, 1991 | 18 km SSW of Huacho, Peru | M5.9 | 131 km | 58 km |
| Jul 31, 1995 | 41 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru | M5.7 | 132 km | 59 km |
| Feb 17, 2005 | 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru | M5.4 | 131 km | 126 km |
| Nov 5, 1998 | 36 km SW of Huarmey, Peru | M5.3 | 142 km | 51 km |
| Apr 1, 2015 | 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.3 | 115 km | 48 km |
| Mar 28, 2010 | 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru | M5.2 | 108 km | 65 km |
| Jul 18, 2016 | 17 km SW of Caleta de Carquín, Peru | M5.2 | 130 km | 75 km |
| Feb 15, 2024 | 13 km NW of Chancay, Peru | M5.2 | 143 km | 67 km |
| Mar 31, 2022 | 40 km W of Caleta de Carquín, Peru | M5.1 | 144 km | 52 km |
| May 12, 2020 | 37 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.0 | 127 km | 73 km |
| Jul 28, 2007 | 34 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru | M5.0 | 131 km | 51 km |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 16 km W of Sayán, Peru | M4.9 | 107 km | 77 km |
| Oct 9, 1991 | 33 km WNW of Chancay, Peru | M4.9 | 141 km | 50 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru | M4.9 | 24 km | 15 km |
| Apr 19, 2025 | 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru | M4.9 | 134 km | 113 km |
| May 22, 2018 | 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru | M4.9 | 120 km | 66 km |
| Nov 2, 2002 | 39 km SSW of Huarmey, Peru | M4.9 | 132 km | 68 km |
| Aug 3, 2017 | 32 km W of Paramonga, Peru | M4.8 | 123 km | 58 km |
| Jun 22, 1994 | 33 km SW of Supe Puerto, Peru | M4.8 | 130 km | 42 km |
| Mar 19, 2012 | 33 km W of Végueta, Peru | M4.8 | 133 km | 60 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 116 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 123 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in |
Pacllón has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 45°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.1").