Climate Insights for Yanamachay
Tarma, Junín, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yanamachay is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1,669 mm of precipitation falls per year. Yanamachay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yanamachay 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, April. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 75cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Yanamachay is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 65.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Yanamachay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yanamachay 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, April. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 32°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Yanamachay sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 0°C to 12°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 7°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Yanamachay sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 32°F to 53°F. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 53°F with a mean of 45°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 32°F and an average of 41°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yanamachay is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,669 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 139 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 237 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 40 mm. That's 198 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 75cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14cm.Yanamachay is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 65.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 9.3 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 7.8 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 30in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 5in.
Wind
Yanamachay 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 February, 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.Yanamachay 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 February, 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 Yanamachay 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 Yanamachay 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.