Climate Insights for Viscacha
Huamanga, Ayacucho, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Viscacha is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1,826 mm of precipitation falls per year. Viscacha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Viscacha 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, December, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 67cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Viscacha is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 71.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Viscacha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Viscacha 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, December, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 30°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Viscacha 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 8°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Viscacha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 30°F to 57°F. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 57°F with a mean of 46°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 40°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Viscacha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,826 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 152 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 41 mm. That's 229 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 67cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 10cm.Viscacha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 71.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.6 in. That's 9 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 26in accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 4in.
Wind
Viscacha 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 September, 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.Viscacha 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 September, 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 Viscacha 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 Viscacha 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.