Climate Overview
The climate in Azángaro is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1150mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 208mm of rainfall. Azángaro 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, September, October. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Azángaro vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Azángaro is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1150mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 208mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6mm. That's 202mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 28cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Azángaro is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
90 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Azángaro, which began on March 20, 2026. Azángaro 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -5°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 229mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 592mm across the season with a monthly average of 197mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 304mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 16°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 26mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 Azángaro 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.