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Weather & Climate in Puquio, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Puquio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 44.7 inches. The area receives 109.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,482 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
40°F Jul (4°C)
| Annual Average | 39.7°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,482 ft (3,195 m) |
| Area | 365.5 sq mi (946.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.7000°N, 74.1333°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
428 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.2.
| Jun 28, 2024 | 10 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.2 | 130 km | 24 km |
| Jan 14, 2018 | 37 km W of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.1 | 134 km | 39 km |
| Sep 25, 2013 | 16 km WSW of Atiquipa, Peru | M7.1 | 133 km | 40 km |
| Aug 24, 2014 | 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru | M6.8 | 62 km | 101 km |
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 89 km | 101 km |
| Jun 16, 2024 | 10 km SW of Atiquipa, Peru | M6.0 | 133 km | 27 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 145 km | 111 km |
| May 3, 2005 | central Peru | M5.9 | 58 km | 31 km |
| May 17, 2025 | 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru | M5.9 | 7 km | 101 km |
| May 18, 2009 | 35 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 131 km | 23 km |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru | M5.8 | 118 km | 27 km |
| Jun 28, 2007 | 41 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 136 km | 12 km |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 27 km SSE of Atiquipa, Peru | M5.8 | 148 km | 28 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 24 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.8 | 119 km | 23 km |
| Nov 15, 1996 | 30 km WSW of Changuillo, Peru | M5.8 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Jan 12, 2001 | 27 km SW of Acarí, Peru | M5.7 | 122 km | 39 km |
| Jun 24, 2017 | 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru | M5.7 | 113 km | 97 km |
| Jan 25, 2019 | 15 km WNW of Llipata, Peru | M5.7 | 132 km | 61 km |
| May 24, 1994 | 24 km SSW of Acarí, Peru | M5.6 | 120 km | 34 km |
| Dec 24, 2009 | 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru | M5.6 | 120 km | 59 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2024 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 128 km |
| 2018 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 134 km |
| 2013 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 133 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
Puquio has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in January to 52°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (0.1").