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Weather & Climate in Tucsipampa, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tucsipampa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 226.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,375 feet.
Temperature
59°F Jan (15°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,375 ft (3,467 m) |
| Area | 198.5 sq mi (514.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0008°N, 74.7882°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
154 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| May 23, 2010 | 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M6.1 | 113 km | 101 km |
| Sep 22, 2010 | 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru | M5.7 | 146 km | 50 km |
| May 8, 1991 | 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru | M5.6 | 104 km | 107 km |
| May 6, 2012 | 14 km SE of Humay, Peru | M5.6 | 143 km | 54 km |
| Jan 23, 1990 | 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru | M5.6 | 68 km | 104 km |
| Feb 14, 2019 | 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru | M5.5 | 106 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 1996 | 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru | M5.5 | 117 km | 101 km |
| Apr 8, 1996 | 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru | M5.3 | 85 km | 72 km |
| Mar 18, 1999 | 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru | M5.3 | 146 km | 116 km |
| Jan 19, 2018 | 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru | M5.3 | 34 km | 81 km |
| May 28, 2008 | 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru | M5.2 | 37 km | 84 km |
| May 13, 2019 | 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru | M5.2 | 94 km | 90 km |
| Sep 1, 1995 | 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.2 | 69 km | 109 km |
| Aug 1, 2009 | 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru | M5.2 | 121 km | 101 km |
| Aug 16, 2007 | 15 km NE of Humay, Peru | M5.2 | 128 km | 11 km |
| Apr 7, 2022 | 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru | M5.1 | 62 km | 87 km |
| Aug 20, 2017 | 19 km SSW of Huancano, Peru | M5.1 | 129 km | 80 km |
| Jul 9, 2021 | 10 km SSE of Ayna, Peru | M5.1 | 102 km | 60 km |
| Apr 25, 2000 | 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru | M5.1 | 35 km | 108 km |
| May 3, 1992 | 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru | M5.0 | 133 km | 100 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in |
Tucsipampa has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in June to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.3").