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Weather & Climate in Tinicachi, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tinicachi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,598 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,598 ft (3,840 m) |
| Area | 85.7 sq mi (221.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.1986°N, 68.9620°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
298 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jun 8, 2011 | 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.9 | 115 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 | 51 km | 241 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 67 km E of Tarata, Peru | M5.6 | 139 km | 176 km |
| Aug 6, 2005 | 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru | M5.4 | 140 km | 140 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.4 | 68 km | 260 km |
| Feb 24, 2002 | 53 km E of Chojata, Peru | M5.3 | 139 km | 33 km |
| May 25, 2013 | 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.3 | 87 km | 153 km |
| Feb 2, 2006 | 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru | M5.3 | 139 km | 40 km |
| Jun 29, 2013 | 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.3 | 72 km | 264 km |
| Mar 25, 2000 | 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru | M5.3 | 61 km | 220 km |
| Mar 22, 2010 | 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru | M5.3 | 59 km | 189 km |
| Dec 22, 1995 | 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.3 | 49 km | 246 km |
| May 7, 1996 | 5 km E of Caminaca, Peru | M5.2 | 149 km | 242 km |
| Aug 12, 2001 | 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.2 | 122 km | 33 km |
| Jan 10, 1995 | 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru | M5.1 | 49 km | 171 km |
| Sep 29, 2012 | 58 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.1 | 119 km | 138 km |
| Feb 4, 2007 | 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru | M5.1 | 116 km | 173 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia | M5.0 | 129 km | 204 km |
| May 8, 2001 | 77 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia | M5.0 | 144 km | 142 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 171 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 176 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 5.4 in |
Tinicachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 44°F in June to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.4").