Climate Overview
The climate in Curahuara de Carangas is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 806mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 195mm of rainfall. Curahuara de Carangas is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, October, September. The coldest months are June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Curahuara de Carangas vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is June, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Curahuara de Carangas is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 806mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 67mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 195mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 4mm. That's 191mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 18cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.
Wind
Curahuara de Carangas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Curahuara de Carangas, which began on September 23, 2026. Curahuara de Carangas is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 118mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 500mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 175mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 13mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Curahuara de Carangas based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
