# Climate Insights for Calca

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/pe/calca/5970342322): Provincia de Calca, Cusco, Peru*

The climate in Calca is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1594mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 253mm of rainfall. Calca 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 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** November (peak 14°C)
- **Coldest month:** July (low 1°C)
- **Wettest month:** December (253 mm)

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Calca 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.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 5 | 13 | 8 | 241 | 4 | 3 |
| Feb | 5 | 13 | 8 | 243 | 4 | 1 |
| Mar | 5 | 13 | 8 | 214 | 4 | 2 |
| Apr | 4 | 13 | 8 | 113 | 3 | 1 |
| May | 3 | 13 | 7 | 55 | 3 | 1 |
| Jun | 2 | 12 | 7 | 21 | 4 | 0 |
| Jul | 1 | 13 | 6 | 23 | 4 | 3 |
| Aug | 2 | 13 | 7 | 38 | 4 | 1 |
| Sep (current) | 3 | 13 | 7 | 73 | 4 | 0 |
| Oct | 4 | 14 | 8 | 144 | 4 | 5 |
| Nov | 5 | 14 | 9 | 176 | 4 | 1 |
| Dec | 5 | 14 | 9 | 253 | 4 | 5 |

## Temperature

Calca sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 14°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 9°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

## Precipitation

Calca is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1594mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 133mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 253mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 21mm. That's 232mm less than December, 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 23cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.

## Wind

Calca is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.

## Seasons

Currently it is **winter** (astronomical) / **winter** (meteorological) in Calca.
Spring begins September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | September 23 |
| Summer | December 21 |
| Autumn | March 20 |
| Winter | June 21 |

It is currently winter in Calca, which began on June 21, 2026. Calca 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 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 5 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 737mm across the season with a monthly average of 246mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 382mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.