Climate Insights for Achihuasi
Aymaraes, Apurímac, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Achihuasi is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,557 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 283 mm of rainfall. Achihuasi 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 73cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Achihuasi is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 61.3 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 11.1 in of rainfall. Achihuasi 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 29in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Achihuasi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -4°C to 14°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 7°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Achihuasi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 25°F to 57°F. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 57°F with a mean of 44°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 39°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Achihuasi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,557 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 283 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 12 mm. That's 271 mm less than February, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 73cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.Achihuasi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.5 in. That's 10.7 in less than February, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 29in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 6in.
Wind
Achihuasi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Achihuasi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achihuasi 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achihuasi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.