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Cahuanuyo, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Cahuanuyo is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 3,935. Elevation: 12,769 ft (3,892 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3,935 Population 16/sq mi density
12,769 ft Elevation 3,892 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
62.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population3,935
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,769 ft (3,892 m)
Population3,935
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation12,769 ft (3,892 m)
Coordinates-14.3415°, -71.4631°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation62.5 inches (1,587 mm)
Annual Snowfall52.7 inches (134 cm)

About Cahuanuyo

Cahuanuyo is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 3,935. The city sits at an elevation of 12,769 feet (3,892 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cahuanuyo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 62.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,769 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,769 ft (3,892 m)
Area251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3415°N, 71.4631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.5"
64% above Peru avg
Snowfall 52.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

359 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 141 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 147 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 134 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 132 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 149 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 28 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 80 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 114 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 106 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 137 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 132 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 119 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 150 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 131 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 125 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 95 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 37 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 106 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 53 km
Jun 3, 2023 3 km SSE of Chivay, Peru M5.4 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 22 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 152 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 166 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 46°F (8°C) 7.0 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 42°F (5°C) 0.5 in
June 38°F (4°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in
August 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in Warmest

Cahuanuyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 38°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Cahuanuyo

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 56145
Institución Educativa No. 56359
Institución Educativa No. 56152
Institución Educativa Hipolito Tupac Amaru
Institución Educativa No. 56122
Institución Educativa Cped - 56378
Institución Educativa No. 56378
Institución Educativa No. 56109
Institución Educativa Hampatura
Institución Educativa No. 56338
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Libraries in Cahuanuyo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal de Sicuani0.0

Farmers Markets in Cahuanuyo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria de Ganados y Vacunos
Mercado Central
Mercado Central de Combapata
Mercado de Langui
Mercado de Yanaoca
Mercado Ferial de Combapata

Bus Stations in Cahuanuyo

4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

K’uty Palomani
Paradero a Q’eswachaka
Paradero de Chaupibanda
Paradero de Humahuañapampa

Stadiums & Teams in Cahuanuyo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cahuanuyo

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cahuanuyo

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Añohuma “Sr. de los Milagros”
Capilla de Chaupinda
Capilla de Choccayhua
Capilla de Q’oyoriti
Capilla de Umahuañapampa

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima

🇵🇪 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 Cahuanuyo

What is the population of Cahuanuyo?

Cahuanuyo has a population of 3,935 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cahuanuyo?

Cahuanuyo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches, with 52.7 inches of snow.

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