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Cucho, Peru

Huánuco Department · Peru

Cucho is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 772. Elevation: 8,307 ft (2,532 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

772 Population 15/sq mi density
8,307 ft Elevation 2,532 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
73.2 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cucho

Cucho is a hamlet and minor local entity located in the municipality of Condado de Treviño, in Burgos province, Castile and León, Spain. As of 2020, it has a population of 49.

People

Population772
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain73.2 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation8,307 ft (2,532 m)
Population772
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation8,307 ft (2,532 m)
Coordinates-9.8953°, -76.0191°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceHuánuco Department
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation73.2 inches (1,859 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.1 inches (61 cm)

About Cucho

Cucho is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 772. The city sits at an elevation of 8,307 feet (2,532 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cucho has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 324 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 73.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 8,307 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 40°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Peru avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average40°F (5°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,307 ft (2,532 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-9.8953°N, 76.0191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.2"
93% above Peru avg
Snowfall 24.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

212 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 9, 1991 34 km ESE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.8 145 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 97 km
Oct 16, 1994 24 km E of Tingo María, Peru M5.6 72 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 115 km
Jul 1, 2008 26 km NNW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.4 76 km
Oct 5, 2016 23 km SE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.3 128 km
Apr 6, 1996 52 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.2 104 km
Jun 5, 2008 30 km S of Uchiza, Peru M5.2 138 km
Jun 26, 2008 41 km WSW of San Alejandro, Peru M5.2 119 km
Mar 13, 2018 56 km NE of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 121 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 124 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 101 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 104 km
Feb 21, 2006 32 km N of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 76 km
Mar 9, 2021 41 km NNE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 108 km
Jan 8, 2003 51 km ESE of Tingo María, Peru M5.1 72 km
May 22, 2025 19 km NE of Yuyapichis, Peru M5.1 135 km
Jun 13, 2024 55 km ESE of Uchiza, Peru M5.0 132 km
Jul 9, 2015 27 km NE of Tingo María, Peru M5.0 90 km
Oct 18, 1994 1 km SE of Villa Rica, Peru M5.0 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 30.0 m (98 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1971 CHUNGAR Meteorological 30.0 m 600 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
March 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
August 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest
December 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in

Cucho has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Cucho

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 32627
Institución Educativa No. 32628
Institución Educativa No. 33449
Institución Educativa No. 32632
Institución Educativa Huanin
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Museums in Cucho

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Churubamba
Museo Regional Leoncio Prado Gutierrez

Libraries in Cucho

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central0.0

Farmers Markets in Cucho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Ambo
Mercado de Paucarbamba
Mercado Isco
Mercado Mayorista de Puelles
Mercado Modelo de Huánuco
Mercado Viejo de Huánuco
Mercado Virgen del Carmen

Stadiums & Teams in Cucho

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cucho

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini AirportHUUMedium Airport
Huánuco Viejo AirportSmall Airport
Pozuzo AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Libre Del Codo AirportSmall Airport
Tingo Maria AirportTGISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Cucho

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiología Huánuco
Centro de Imágenes Tomografías y Resonancias Ambo
Clínica Roca
Detecta
Las Moras
San Fernando
San Gabriel
San Juan
Santa María
Tomografías Campos

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,536 m (8,321 ft)
Postal Code
10221

🇵🇪 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 Cucho

What is the population of Cucho?

Cucho has a population of 772 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cucho?

Cucho has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches, with 24.1 inches of snow.

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