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Weather & Climate in Pomacocha, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pomacocha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,018 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
43°F Jul (6°C)
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,018 ft (3,663 m) |
| Area | 69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.0840°N, 73.5910°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
246 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 | 57 km | 101 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 84 km | 101 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 96 km | 101 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 145 km | 31 km |
| May 21, 2013 | 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru | M5.8 | 147 km | 92 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 100 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 150 km | 97 km |
| Sep 12, 1998 | 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru | M5.6 | 107 km | 91 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 96 km | 107 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 147 km | 26 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 95 km | 101 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru | M5.5 | 41 km | 96 km |
| Aug 10, 2001 | 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.4 | 104 km | 33 km |
| May 16, 2017 | 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru | M5.4 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru | M5.3 | 13 km | 94 km |
| May 27, 1998 | central Peru | M5.3 | 95 km | 96 km |
| Oct 15, 2002 | 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru | M5.3 | 92 km | 87 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 143 km | 81 km |
| Mar 6, 2007 | 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru | M5.2 | 121 km | 93 km |
| Feb 21, 2019 | 3 km E of Velinga, Peru | M5.2 | 147 km | 77 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in |
Pomacocha has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 42°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.4").