Climate for Station: Teniente Alejandro Velasco as, Cusco, Peru
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Climate Analysis & Overview
The climate profile of Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport reveals a complex interplay of warming and cooling trends, with a notable decrease in precipitation concentration. While the all-time data indicates a warming trend, recent years show a cooling in high temperatures, suggesting dynamic climatic shifts in the region influenced by its unique geography.
Andean Climatic Influence
Located at -13.536, -71.939, Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport is nestled in the Andes, which exerts a significant influence on its climate. The region's Köppen classification is typically Cwb, denoting a temperate highland climate with dry winters. The surrounding mountains act as both a barrier and a moderator, influencing temperature and precipitation patterns. The altitude and terrain contribute to the marked diurnal temperature variation, with the all-time record high reaching 29.9°C (85.8°F) and the record low plunging to -7.0°C (19.4°F).
Temperature Trends: A Tale of Two Intervals
The all-time temperature trends at this station reveal a warming pattern, with high temperatures increasing by 0.53°C (0.95°F) and low temperatures by 0.50°C (0.90°F). However, the past decade presents a contrasting narrative. High temperatures have experienced a cooling trend, decreasing by 0.57°C (1.03°F), while low temperatures continue to rise by 0.45°C (0.81°F). This dichotomy highlights the complexity of local climate dynamics, possibly influenced by regional atmospheric changes and global climate patterns.
Precipitation Patterns: A More Even Distribution
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) has decreased from a baseline of 18.5 to a current value of 15.3. This suggests a more even distribution of rainfall throughout the year, as a lower PCI indicates less concentration of precipitation in fewer events. Such a change can have significant implications for local agriculture and water management, aligning with Peru's regional climate goals to enhance resilience against climate variability.
Regional Thermal Oscillations
The thermal oscillations observed at Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport are indicative of broader climatic shifts. The cooling trend in high temperatures over the last decade contrasts with the long-term warming trend, suggesting potential variability in atmospheric circulation patterns or localised environmental changes. These oscillations underscore the importance of continuous monitoring to understand the implications for local ecosystems and human activities.
Implications for Climate Adaptation
As Peru continues to address its climate goals, understanding the nuanced climate dynamics at stations like Teniente Alejandro Velasco Astete is crucial. The observed trends and changes in precipitation distribution provide valuable insights for developing strategies to mitigate climate impacts, particularly in regions reliant on agriculture and water resources.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: -0.57 °C/decade
Low: +0.45 °C/decade
Rain: +2.70 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.20 °C/decade
Low: +0.16 °C/decade
Rain: +0.68 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.53 °C/decade
Low: +0.50 °C/decade
Rain: +0.31 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.53 °C/decade
Low: +0.50 °C/decade
Rain: +0.31 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 67.4%
This Year: 63.0%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 12.1
Historical Average: 17.4
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 58th percentile
Low: 93rd percentile
Rain: 99th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: -40.3%
Low: +6.2%
Intraday: +10.8%
Data Coverage
86.4%
First Year of Data
1963
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 29.9 °C | — | 6.1 °C | 20.8 °C | — | 2.9 °C | 12.0 °C | — | -7.0 °C | 410.1 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 27.8 °C | 19.2 °C | 8.9 °C | 18.9 °C | 12.9 °C | 6.8 °C | 12.0 °C | 7.3 °C | 0.0 °C | 70.1 mm | 4.9 mm | — | — |
| February | 26.7 °C | 19.0 °C | 10.6 °C | 17.6 °C | 12.7 °C | 6.3 °C | 12.0 °C | 7.3 °C | 0.0 °C | 410.1 mm | 4.8 mm | — | — |
| March | 25.3 °C | 19.2 °C | 8.0 °C | 18.1 °C | 12.7 °C | 5.7 °C | 12.0 °C | 7.0 °C | 0.0 °C | 71.9 mm | 3.5 mm | — | — |
| April | 26.9 °C | 19.8 °C | 9.5 °C | 17.9 °C | 12.6 °C | 5.5 °C | 11.0 °C | 5.7 °C | -2.0 °C | 91.8 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| May | 27.0 °C | 20.1 °C | 6.1 °C | 18.4 °C | 11.8 °C | 6.4 °C | 9.9 °C | 3.2 °C | -7.0 °C | 9.9 mm | 0.3 mm | — | — |
| June | 24.2 °C | 19.7 °C | 7.5 °C | 17.4 °C | 10.7 °C | 4.9 °C | 7.7 °C | 1.3 °C | -4.5 °C | 50.0 mm | 0.2 mm | — | — |
| July | 26.0 °C | 19.7 °C | 6.1 °C | 17.2 °C | 10.4 °C | 2.9 °C | 7.5 °C | 0.7 °C | -7.0 °C | 14.3 mm | 0.2 mm | — | — |
| August | 25.8 °C | 20.4 °C | 9.3 °C | 19.2 °C | 11.4 °C | 4.8 °C | 9.6 °C | 2.3 °C | -6.0 °C | 17.6 mm | 0.3 mm | — | — |
| September | 26.0 °C | 20.7 °C | 9.8 °C | 19.0 °C | 12.4 °C | 6.7 °C | 12.0 °C | 4.6 °C | -6.0 °C | 22.1 mm | 0.7 mm | — | — |
| October | 27.2 °C | 21.0 °C | 10.7 °C | 20.8 °C | 13.3 °C | 7.1 °C | 11.3 °C | 6.2 °C | 0.0 °C | 57.3 mm | 2.0 mm | — | — |
| November | 29.0 °C | 21.0 °C | 10.6 °C | 19.9 °C | 13.7 °C | 7.0 °C | 11.4 °C | 6.9 °C | 0.0 °C | 59.9 mm | 2.5 mm | — | — |
| December | 29.9 °C | 20.1 °C | 9.9 °C | 19.2 °C | 13.2 °C | 7.3 °C | 12.0 °C | 7.2 °C | 0.5 °C | 70.1 mm | 3.9 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
