Climate Overview
The climate in Curahuara de Carangas is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 752mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 184mm 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 relatively dry area, receiving approximately 752mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 184mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 3mm. That's 181mm 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 13cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.
Wind
Curahuara de Carangas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Curahuara de Carangas, which began on March 20, 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. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 472mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 152mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 moderate at around 17km/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.