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Weather & Climate in Pilpichaca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pilpichaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13,688 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
35°F Jul (2°C)
| Annual Average | 38.3°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,688 ft (4,172 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.3302°N, 74.9770°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
245 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Jan 30, 2012 | 6 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.4 | 117 km | 43 km |
| Apr 5, 1991 | 21 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M6.3 | 116 km | 50 km |
| May 16, 1992 | 4 km E of San Clemente, Peru | M6.1 | 128 km | 57 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 95 km | 101 km |
| Feb 18, 2014 | 10 km ESE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M5.9 | 115 km | 57 km |
| Aug 16, 2007 | 25 km W of Santiago, Peru | M5.8 | 144 km | 35 km |
| Jan 25, 2019 | 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru | M5.7 | 140 km | 61 km |
| Sep 22, 2010 | 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru | M5.7 | 119 km | 50 km |
| Jul 2, 2012 | 29 km SSE of Santiago, Peru | M5.7 | 139 km | 40 km |
| May 6, 2012 | 14 km SE of Humay, Peru | M5.6 | 104 km | 54 km |
| Jan 23, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru | M5.6 | 98 km | 104 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 83 km | 107 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru | M5.5 | 148 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 2021 | 1 km SE of Pampa de Tate, Peru | M5.5 | 119 km | 34 km |
| May 27, 2022 | 14 km SE of Santiago, Peru | M5.5 | 126 km | 43 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 149 km | 96 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 94 km | 101 km |
| Oct 7, 1993 | 7 km SW of Ica, Peru | M5.4 | 123 km | 45 km |
| Jun 15, 2009 | 11 km N of San Clemente, Peru | M5.4 | 128 km | 42 km |
| Aug 3, 2009 | 27 km ESE of Santiago, Peru | M5.3 | 121 km | 45 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 36°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 35°F (2°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 36°F (2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 37°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 4.2 in |
Pilpichaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 35°F in July to 40°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.2").