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Weather & Climate in Upahuacho, Peru

Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.

Upahuacho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 44.3 inches. The area receives 58.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,191 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,191 ft (3,411 m)
Area698.0 sq mi (1,807.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-14.9072°N, 73.3978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 58.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

492 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 39 km 101 km
Jul 5, 2001 31 km S of Achanizo, Peru M6.6 146 km 62 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 150 km 101 km
May 3, 2005 central Peru M5.9 132 km 31 km
Jul 26, 2005 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru M5.9 68 km 111 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 82 km 101 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 107 km 33 km
Nov 4, 1990 15 km N of Iray, Peru M5.8 123 km 121 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 106 km 33 km
Nov 11, 1994 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru M5.8 122 km 121 km
Sep 28, 2004 21 km WNW of Atiquipa, Peru M5.8 149 km 27 km
Oct 15, 1997 10 km NNE of Atico, Peru M5.7 136 km 56 km
Jun 24, 2017 14 km NE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.7 56 km 97 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 113 km 91 km
Dec 24, 2009 4 km NNW of Achanizo, Peru M5.6 114 km 59 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 74 km 26 km
Sep 8, 1996 14 km WSW of Chichas, Peru M5.6 83 km 98 km
Aug 25, 2014 12 km SSE of Urasqui, Peru M5.5 139 km 62 km
May 14, 2013 25 km SE of Cahuacho, Peru M5.5 87 km 105 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 97 km 96 km
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (128 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 128 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 170 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
February 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in
March 48°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 43°F (6°C) 0.3 in Coldest
September 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
October 47°F (9°C) 0.8 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in

Upahuacho has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 43°F in August to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.2").

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