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Colonia, Peru
Lima region · Peru
Colonia is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 190. Elevation: 11,043 ft (3,366 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colonia
San Lorenzo de Putinza es un centro poblado peruano, Capital del distrito de Putinza. Se halla en la margen izquierda del río Cañete en la Provincia de Yauyos, Departamento de Lima Capital del Perú.
People
Climate
| Population | 190 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,043 ft (3,366 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.6328°, -75.8906° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Lima region |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,477 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 50.9 inches (129 cm) |
About Colonia
Colonia is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 190. The city sits at an elevation of 11,043 feet (3,366 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,043 ft (3,366 m) |
| Area | 176.9 sq mi (458.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.6328°N, 75.8906°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.1 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | S. PERU | Earthquake | 10.1 m | 596 | 114 km |
| 1865 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 5 | 149 km |
| 1806 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 144 km |
| 1878 | CENTRAL PERU | Unknown | — | 5 | 140 km |
| 1860 | CENTRAL PERU | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 1687 | S. PERU | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 117 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in |
Colonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 39°F in January to 50°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Colonia
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Santa Maria Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20719 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20951 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20770 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 20717 San Pedro De Cusi | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20716 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 20875 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Colonia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Yauyos |
Airports Near Colonia
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Plumas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Revalora Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colonia
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de Casinta | |
| Santa Rosa de Bellavista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Colonia?
Colonia has a population of 190 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 176.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colonia?
Colonia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches, with 50.9 inches of snow.