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Lake Titicaca water levels decline due to low rainfall and high temperatures
Lake Titicaca is experiencing a significant decline in water levels across the Andean region. In Puno, Peru, the Senamhi reported a 62-centimeter drop since May 1, driven by atypical daytime temperatures—averaging between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius—and reduced precipitation. The lake's level has fallen to 3,808.36 meters.
In Bolivia, the SENAMHI recorded a 59-centimeter decrease at the Huatajata station between April and October. Hydrologists noted that the water level is 28 centimeters lower than the same day last year. Experts warn that rivers feeding the lake in Peru are expected to have reduced flow starting in December, with 2027 potentially beginning with below-average rainfall.
Long-term data indicates a downward trend in precipitation over the last 15 years. While the lake's level in certain areas remains higher than in 2024, recent years have seen some of the lowest levels recorded since 1973.
Entities
Huatajata · Lake Titicaca · Puno · Senamhi · Sixto Flores Sancho
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Lake Titicaca levels in Puno, Peru, dropped 62 centimeters since May 1. cuscopost.pe · investiga.pe
- [● 2 SOURCES] Average temperatures in the Puno region are oscillating between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius. cuscopost.pe · investiga.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Peruvian rivers feeding Lake Titicaca are projected to have lower flow starting in December. noticiasambientales.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Annual precipitation in the region has been decreasing for approximately 15 years. cuscopost.pe · investiga.pe
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The water level in Huatajata is 28 centimeters lower than the same day in the previous year. noticiasambientales.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The water level at the Huatajata station in Bolivia decreased by 59 centimeters between April 24 and October 16. noticiasambientales.com