Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca)
Lake High Andean turquoise lake near Huánuco, Peru
High in Huánuco’s Andes, Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús‑Queropalca) lies beneath snow peaks; trekkers include it on high‑altitude routes for camping and alpine views.
How to Get to Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca) #
Access typically from regional towns in Huánuco, then by rural roads and footpaths into the Jesús-Queropalca valley. Multi-day treks and local guides are common methods of approach.
Tips for Visiting Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca) #
- Acclimatize before attempting long hikes-the lake sits at high altitude and nights are cold.
- Combine with multi-day treks in the Huánuco mountains for fuller context of the Jesús-Queropalca valley.
- Hire local muleteers or porters if planning to carry heavy gear on high passes.
Best Time to Visit Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca) #
May-September offers the most reliable mountain weather and is the standard trekking season.
Weather & Climate near Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca) #
Lake Carhuacocha (Jesús-Queropalca)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -5°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (816 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (150 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
