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Weather & Climate in Queropalca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Queropalca 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 12,533 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 | 12,533 ft (3,820 m) |
| Area | 398.7 sq mi (1,032.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.1819°N, 76.8033°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
87 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Oct 4, 1999 | 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru | M5.6 | 140 km | 33 km |
| Oct 16, 1994 | 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru | M5.6 | 150 km | 128 km |
| Jul 1, 2008 | 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru | M5.4 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Feb 17, 2005 | 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru | M5.4 | 113 km | 126 km |
| Apr 1, 2015 | 30 km WNW of Paramonga, Peru | M5.3 | 145 km | 48 km |
| Mar 28, 2010 | 14 km SE of Huarmey, Peru | M5.2 | 137 km | 65 km |
| Feb 21, 2006 | 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru | M5.1 | 149 km | 14 km |
| Apr 3, 2024 | 22 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru | M5.0 | 147 km | 9 km |
| May 22, 2018 | 13 km WSW of Végueta, Peru | M4.9 | 144 km | 66 km |
| Dec 31, 2012 | 16 km W of Sayán, Peru | M4.9 | 123 km | 77 km |
| Apr 19, 2025 | 23 km SW of Tingo María, Peru | M4.9 | 109 km | 113 km |
| Aug 13, 2019 | 12 km WNW of Ticllos, Peru | M4.9 | 53 km | 15 km |
| Aug 7, 2012 | 31 km NW of Tingo María, Peru | M4.8 | 141 km | 120 km |
| Jul 28, 2015 | 58 km ESE of Churubamba, Peru | M4.8 | 132 km | 120 km |
| Mar 25, 2006 | 58 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru | M4.8 | 130 km | 108 km |
| Jul 17, 2023 | 17 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru | M4.8 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1999 | 12 km WSW of Marcapomacocha, Peru | M4.7 | 145 km | 95 km |
| Feb 5, 2021 | 23 km W of Végueta, Peru | M4.7 | 148 km | 60 km |
| Aug 1, 2016 | 36 km NE of Arancay, Peru | M4.7 | 144 km | 129 km |
| Feb 1, 2011 | 2 km SW of Paragsha- San Andres - Jose Carlos Mariategui, Peru | M4.7 | 79 km | 112 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 | 110 km |
| 2010 | 513 LAKE, HUALCAN GLACIER | Meteorological | 23.0 m | 1 | 136 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 40°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in |
Queropalca has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in June to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.5").