All Countries
Weather & Climate in Virginniyoc, Peru
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Virginniyoc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 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 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 156.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,415 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
39°F Jul (4°C)
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 364 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,415 ft (4,089 m) |
| Area | 337.8 sq mi (875.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.0088°N, 71.6432°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
613 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 | 146 km | 236 km |
| Jul 8, 2008 | 28 km E of Lluta, Peru | M6.2 | 109 km | 123 km |
| Oct 8, 1998 | 16 km SSE of Pucara, Peru | M6.2 | 126 km | 136 km |
| May 31, 2020 | 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru | M6.1 | 100 km | 186 km |
| Jul 12, 2009 | 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru | M6.1 | 129 km | 199 km |
| Jun 7, 2012 | 16 km S of Uñon, Peru | M6.1 | 127 km | 110 km |
| Jul 17, 2013 | 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru | M6.0 | 73 km | 7 km |
| Jun 16, 1994 | 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru | M6.0 | 147 km | 200 km |
| Nov 27, 1999 | 10 km S of Langui, Peru | M5.9 | 65 km | 126 km |
| Sep 13, 2010 | 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru | M5.9 | 103 km | 180 km |
| Jul 26, 2005 | 9 km SSW of Toro, Peru | M5.9 | 146 km | 111 km |
| Aug 9, 2001 | 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru | M5.8 | 140 km | 33 km |
| Nov 11, 1994 | 16 km NW of Uñon, Peru | M5.8 | 118 km | 121 km |
| Apr 12, 1998 | 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru | M5.8 | 61 km | 33 km |
| Nov 4, 1990 | 15 km N of Iray, Peru | M5.8 | 131 km | 121 km |
| Oct 26, 2001 | 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru | M5.8 | 126 km | 212 km |
| Dec 4, 2001 | 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru | M5.8 | 101 km | 33 km |
| May 3, 2020 | 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru | M5.7 | 131 km | 184 km |
| Apr 20, 1994 | 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru | M5.6 | 127 km | 207 km |
| Dec 8, 2001 | 3 km NE of Alca, Peru | M5.6 | 119 km | 26 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Andahua-Orcopampa (87 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 87 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 90 km |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 98 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 105 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 197 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 40°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 38°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
Virginniyoc has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 37°F in June to 46°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and June the driest (0.1").