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Colquepata, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Colquepata is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 559. Elevation: 11,982 ft (3,652 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

559 Population 10/sq mi density
11,982 ft Elevation 3,652 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population559
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation11,982 ft (3,652 m)
Population559
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation11,982 ft (3,652 m)
Coordinates-13.3596°, -71.6733°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,510 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.3 inches (135 cm)

About Colquepata

Colquepata is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 11,982 feet (3,652 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Colquepata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 53.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,982 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,982 ft (3,652 m)
Area57.2 sq mi (148.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-13.3596°N, 71.6733°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 53.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

116 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Jul 6, 1991 15 km W of Lares, Peru M7.0 62 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 136 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 148 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 80 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 147 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 141 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 140 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 129 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 146 km
Jan 10, 1998 89 km E of Pangoa, Peru M5.2 146 km
Dec 30, 2012 46 km E of Salvación, Peru M5.2 97 km
Sep 2, 1992 59 km NE of Salvación, Peru M5.1 126 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 118 km
Jul 6, 2014 7 km SE of Layo, Peru M5.1 145 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 90 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 144 km
Aug 10, 2010 8 km NW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.0 134 km
May 5, 2024 11 km SE of Colquepata, Peru M5.0 11 km
Aug 8, 2003 6 km N of Colcha, Peru M5.0 51 km
Sep 2, 2019 central Peru M5.0 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 97 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in Wettest
February 49°F (9°C) 5.3 in
March 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 42°F (5°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
September 47°F (9°C) 0.9 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
December 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in Warmest

Colquepata has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 42°F in July to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Colquepata

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 50424
Institución Educativa Revolucionario Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa 50456 Virgen Asunta
Institución Educativa Mika
Institución Educativa 50425 Señor De Pampak'ucho
Institución Educativa No. 50792
Institución Educativa 51039 Divino Maestro
Institución Educativa Cped - 50455
Institución Educativa 501225 De Chaupimayo
Institución Educativa No. 501181
Institución Educativa 501220 San Marcos
Institución Educativa 50793 Pachacutec
Institución Educativa 50443 Tupac Amaru
Institución Educativa 50422 Diego Quispe Tito
Institución Educativa 50422 Diego Quispe Tito
Institución Educativa 501338 Inca Huayna Capac
Institución Educativa No. 501396
Institución Educativa 50457 Leoncio Prado
Institución Educativa 50910 Pedro Vilca Apaza
Institución Educativa 50421 Augusto Salazar Bondy
Institución Educativa 51055 Carlos Augusto Salaverry
Institución Educativa 501121 José Abelardo Quiñones
Institución Educativa 50458 Cristo Rey
Institución Educativa Jose Olaya Balandra
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Radio Stations near Colquepata

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Salkantay AAC+ 48 kbps
JVM la Estación (Cusco) baladas MP3 128 kbps
RAM Cusco MP3 128 kbps
Radio Antena 5 Cusco 1600 AM (más que una Radio !) clasicos, cultural MP3
JVM la Estación baladas MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Colquepata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de los Pueblos de Paucartambo
Museo de Pisac
Museo Viviente del Ande

Farmers Markets in Colquepata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Cachina Imperial
Mercadillo Túpac Amaru
Mercadillo Túpac Amaru
Mercado de Abastos Pisac
Mercado de Frutas
Mercado de Pisac
Mercado de Productores de Ccatcca
Mercado San Salvador
Mercado Vinocanchón
Paucartambo Market

Clinics in Colquepata

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Colquepata
Vizcochoni

Stadiums & Teams in Colquepata

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Colquepata

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Patria AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Colquepata

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Templo Colonial San Jeronimo

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 Colquepata

What is the population of Colquepata?

Colquepata has a population of 559 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 57.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colquepata?

Colquepata has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches, with 53.3 inches of snow.

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