Abancay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Abancay’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Peru.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Abancay remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently moderate climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a mild 18°C in November. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 16°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 2°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Abancay by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 22 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 2 days.
Annual Temperatures in Peru Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Peru. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Abancay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Abancay’s average annual maximum temperature is 17°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Abancay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Abancay climate page.
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