Climate Insights for Yanacancha
Huari, Ancash, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yanacancha is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 1,842 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 281 mm of rainfall. Yanacancha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 189cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Yanacancha is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 72.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 11.1 in of rainfall. Yanacancha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 74in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Yanacancha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -3°C to 11°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 5°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Yanacancha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 27°F to 52°F. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 52°F with a mean of 41°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yanacancha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,842 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 154 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 281 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 28 mm. That's 253 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 189cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.Yanacancha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 72.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.1 in. That's 10 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 74in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 12in.
Wind
Yanacancha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Yanacancha 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 July, averaging 4mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Yanacancha 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 Yanacancha 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.