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Weather & Climate in Pomata, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pomata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 46°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 37.0 inches. The area receives 55.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,556 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
46°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,556 ft (3,827 m) |
| Area | 278.1 sq mi (720.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.2733°N, 69.2922°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
469 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.
| Dec 12, 1994 | 45 km E of Estique, Peru | M6.3 | 138 km | 148 km |
| Jun 8, 2011 | 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.9 | 93 km | 146 km |
| Sep 30, 2009 | 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru | M5.9 | 80 km | 255 km |
| Dec 2, 1991 | 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.8 | 45 km | 241 km |
| Oct 25, 1996 | 9 km NE of Ticaco, Peru | M5.7 | 144 km | 116 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 67 km E of Tarata, Peru | M5.6 | 123 km | 176 km |
| Aug 6, 2005 | 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru | M5.4 | 122 km | 140 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.4 | 62 km | 260 km |
| May 12, 2021 | 2 km NW of Chuquitira, Peru | M5.4 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2001 | 6 km S of Lampa, Peru | M5.4 | 149 km | 33 km |
| Mar 4, 1998 | 60 km E of Estique, Peru | M5.3 | 141 km | 132 km |
| May 25, 2013 | 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.3 | 59 km | 153 km |
| Mar 22, 2010 | 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru | M5.3 | 26 km | 189 km |
| Mar 25, 2000 | 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru | M5.3 | 31 km | 220 km |
| Feb 2, 2006 | 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru | M5.3 | 112 km | 40 km |
| Feb 24, 2002 | 53 km E of Chojata, Peru | M5.3 | 103 km | 33 km |
| Dec 22, 1995 | 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.3 | 56 km | 246 km |
| Dec 1, 1998 | 71 km ENE of Palca, Peru | M5.3 | 150 km | 161 km |
| Jun 29, 2013 | 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.3 | 66 km | 264 km |
| Aug 12, 2001 | 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.2 | 88 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 140 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 142 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 170 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 5.7 in |
Pomata has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and June the driest (0.3").