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Weather & Climate in Quiaca, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Quiaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 117.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 8,189 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
37°F Jul (3°C)
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,189 ft (2,496 m) |
| Area | 556.5 sq mi (1,441.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4223°N, 69.3450°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
69 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.2.
| May 26, 2022 | 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru | M7.2 | 115 km | 236 km |
| Mar 1, 2019 | 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru | M7.0 | 93 km | 267 km |
| Jan 10, 1994 | 74 km S of Tambopata, Peru | M6.9 | 121 km | 596 km |
| Nov 28, 1997 | 97 km NE of Sandia, Peru | M6.7 | 97 km | 586 km |
| Jun 9, 1994 | 92 km E of Sina, Peru | M6.1 | 98 km | 650 km |
| Jul 12, 2009 | 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru | M6.1 | 137 km | 199 km |
| Jun 16, 1994 | 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru | M6.0 | 137 km | 200 km |
| Sep 30, 2009 | 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru | M5.9 | 126 km | 255 km |
| Sep 5, 2009 | 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru | M5.8 | 124 km | 210 km |
| Oct 26, 2001 | 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru | M5.8 | 130 km | 212 km |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.7 | 110 km | 190 km |
| Oct 28, 2003 | 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.6 | 134 km | 197 km |
| Aug 8, 1994 | 114 km NW of Rurrenabaque, Bolivia | M5.6 | 125 km | 598 km |
| Apr 20, 1994 | 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru | M5.6 | 136 km | 207 km |
| Oct 14, 1999 | 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru | M5.5 | 124 km | 202 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.4 | 144 km | 260 km |
| Jun 29, 2013 | 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.3 | 140 km | 264 km |
| May 7, 1996 | 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru | M5.2 | 123 km | 242 km |
| May 20, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Azángaro, Peru | M5.1 | 112 km | 227 km |
| Jun 9, 2010 | 16 km NE of Palca, Peru | M5.0 | 146 km | 170 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 5.3 in |
Quiaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 37°F in January to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.4").