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Weather & Climate in Santo Domingo de Capilla, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Santo Domingo de Capilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 41.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,827 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,827 ft (1,776 m) |
| Area | 151.5 sq mi (392.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2446°N, 78.8553°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
48 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jun 12, 2025 | 13 km WNW of Jayanca, Peru | M5.0 | 119 km | 68 km |
| Apr 6, 1991 | 13 km NE of Olleros, Peru | M5.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jul 14, 2002 | 29 km N of Las Pirias, Peru | M5.0 | 98 km | 44 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 8 km NE of Miracosta, Peru | M4.9 | 44 km | 41 km |
| Jul 21, 2021 | 7 km SSE of San Ignacio, Peru | M4.9 | 116 km | 32 km |
| Apr 28, 1990 | 15 km NW of Sallique, Peru | M4.8 | 99 km | 33 km |
| Nov 14, 2013 | 13 km ENE of Cajaruro, Peru | M4.7 | 86 km | 56 km |
| Dec 14, 1996 | 26 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru | M4.7 | 138 km | 96 km |
| Jan 25, 1993 | 15 km WNW of Cañaris, Peru | M4.7 | 66 km | 33 km |
| Jan 12, 2008 | 9 km SSE of Saña, Peru | M4.7 | 115 km | 71 km |
| Jun 10, 2000 | 5 km N of Pátapo, Peru | M4.6 | 100 km | 33 km |
| Dec 26, 1990 | 54 km NNE of La Peca, Peru | M4.6 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Jun 20, 1994 | 2 km NE of Celendín, Peru | M4.6 | 105 km | 125 km |
| Mar 16, 2008 | 1 km NE of Motupe, Peru | M4.6 | 95 km | 73 km |
| Jun 13, 2003 | 14 km ESE of Jayanca, Peru | M4.6 | 97 km | 64 km |
| Jul 27, 2004 | 26 km N of Bellavista, Peru | M4.6 | 94 km | 65 km |
| May 12, 2015 | 11 km SSW of Sondorillo, Peru | M4.5 | 112 km | 88 km |
| Jan 13, 2014 | 35 km N of La Peca, Peru | M4.5 | 115 km | 50 km |
| Mar 27, 2000 | 19 km WSW of Canchaque, Peru | M4.5 | 137 km | 76 km |
| Mar 10, 2006 | 15 km NE of San Ignacio, Peru | M4.5 | 133 km | 123 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in |
Santo Domingo de Capilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in January to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.3").