Climate Insights for Huaraz

The climate in Huaraz is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 2,105 mm of precipitation falls per year. Huaraz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Huaraz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Huaraz is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 82.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Huaraz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Huaraz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 39in accumulating over the season.

Huaraz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 12°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 5°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Huaraz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 30°F to 53°F. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 53°F with a mean of 41°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 41°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Huaraz is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,105 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 175 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 38 mm. That's 232 mm less than March, 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 99cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.Huaraz is a very wet location, receiving approximately 82.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.5 in. That's 9.1 in less than March, 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 39in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 6in.

Huaraz 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 July, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Huaraz is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Huaraz 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 Huaraz 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.