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Alayo, Peru

Junin · Peru

Alayo is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 616. Elevation: 11,063 ft (3,372 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

616 Population 66/sq mi density
11,063 ft Elevation 3,372 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population616
Density66/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Population616
Population Density66 / sq mi
Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Coordinates-11.8861°, -75.2993°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About Alayo

Alayo is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 616. The city sits at an elevation of 11,063 feet (3,372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Alayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,063 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,063 ft (3,372 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8861°N, 75.2993°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

182 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 137 km
Feb 19, 1998 23 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.9 138 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 109 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 139 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 68 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 139 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 126 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 112 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 138 km
Oct 30, 2017 27 km NE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.4 142 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 125 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 47 km
Mar 10, 1998 33 km NW of Puerto Ocopa, Peru M5.3 136 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 51 km
Mar 6, 1998 32 km ENE of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.3 141 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 55 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 137 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 26 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 146 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in Wettest
March 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.4 in
August 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in

Alayo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 39°F in January to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Alayo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30285
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Radio Stations near Alayo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Huancayo peruvian cumbia, pop music MP3 96 kbps
Radio 1550, La Radio Joven. Huancayo. 88.9 FM. rock, alternative AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Clasica Rock&Pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Alayo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Casa de la Memoria
Museo Regional de Arqueología de Junín
Warivilca

Farmers Markets in Alayo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Año Nuevo
Centro Comercial Nazaret
Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria
La Moderna de Chilca
mercado de San Jeronimo
Mercado Jorge Chávez
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Huancayo
Mercado Modelo Santa Rosa - Concepción
Mercado Pío Pata

Gas Stations in Alayo

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KATXIM
PE #5925599051

Stadiums & Teams in Alayo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Alayo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Alayo

35 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arcángel
Auquimarca
Centro de Atención Primaria II Chilca
Centro de Atención Primaria III Mantaro Huancayo Cercado
Centro Médico Las Americas S.A.
Centro Médico Mega Salud
Centro Medico Mi Buen Pastor
Centro Terapeutico Integral
Chilca
Chongos Bajo
Clinica El Carmen
Clinica Obsterica
Clínica Ortega
Clinica Ortega
Clínica Universal
Ghemo Lab
Huancan
Huari
Incho
Justicia Paz Y Vida
La Libertad
New Life
ONG Salud Integral Andina
Ortopedia Good Hope
Pedro Sánchez Meza - Chupaca
Pilcomayo
Policlinico Brevete Huancayo
Policlinico Del Centro
Policlínico Metropolitano Huancayo
Preventiva
Ray Sin Medicamentos ni Cirugias
Salud Y Mujer
San Agustin de Cajas
San Martin
Sicaya

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,396 m (11,142 ft)
Postal Code
12200

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alayo

What is the population of Alayo?

Alayo has a population of 616 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alayo?

Alayo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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