Climate Overview
The climate in Azángaro is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1232mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 229mm 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 -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Azángaro 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 18°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Azángaro is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1232mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 229mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 4mm. That's 225mm 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 22cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.
Wind
Azángaro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Azángaro, which began on June 21, 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 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 247mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 4 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 624mm across the season with a monthly average of 208mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 342mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Expect around 5cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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.