Climate Insights for Yuraccancha
Huaraz, Ancash, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yuraccancha is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1,787 mm of precipitation falls per year. Yuraccancha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yuraccancha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Yuraccancha is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 70.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Yuraccancha receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yuraccancha sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Yuraccancha has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 10°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Yuraccancha sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 41°F to 60°F. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 60°F with a mean of 50°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 50°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Yuraccancha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,787 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 149 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 42 mm. That's 211 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 16cm annually. October is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.Yuraccancha is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 70.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.7 in. That's 8.3 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 6in annually. October is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.
Wind
Yuraccancha is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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.Yuraccancha 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 2mph, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Yuraccancha 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 Yuraccancha 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.