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Cullhuas, Peru

Junin · Peru

Cullhuas is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 559. Elevation: 12,057 ft (3,675 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

559 Population 94/sq mi density
12,057 ft Elevation 3,675 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
56.3 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Cullhuas

Cullhuas

Sapallanga es una ciudad peruana ubicada en la región Junín, provincia de Huancayo, distrito de Sapallanga. Es capital del distrito de Sapallanga en la región Junín. Tiene una población de 4252 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population559
Density94/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Population559
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Coordinates-12.2228°, -75.1718°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation56.3 inches (1,431 mm)
Annual Snowfall159.1 inches (404 cm)

About Cullhuas

Cullhuas is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 12,057 feet (3,675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 36°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Cullhuas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 159.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,057 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 36°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below Peru avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,057 ft (3,675 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2228°N, 75.1718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.3"
48% above Peru avg
Snowfall 159.1"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.67"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

155 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 127 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 28 km
Feb 14, 2019 49 km NNE of Paucarbamba, Peru M5.5 94 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 120 km
Aug 2, 1993 59 km SE of Mazamari, Peru M5.4 123 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 129 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 61 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 139 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 85 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 29 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 124 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 32 km
Apr 25, 2000 8 km NE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.1 118 km
Apr 7, 2022 13 km ESE of Cocas, Peru M5.1 122 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 54 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 105 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 88 km
Apr 14, 2014 5 km WNW of Vilca, Peru M4.9 28 km
Feb 13, 2019 2 km SE of Paca, Peru M4.9 66 km
Jan 29, 1994 10 km NW of Pilpichaca, Peru M4.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 5.7 in Wettest
March 49°F (9°C) 5.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in Driest
July 36°F (2°C) 0.4 in
August 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
September 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in Warmest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.3 in

Cullhuas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 35°F in January to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Cullhuas

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 30136
Institución Educativa No. 30681
Institución Educativa No. 30022
Institución Educativa Libertadores De America
Institución Educativa No. 30137
Institución Educativa No. 30138
Institución Educativa No. 30949
Institución Educativa No. 30588
Institución Educativa No. 30894
Institución Educativa No. 30190
Institución Educativa No. 30189
Institución Educativa No. 30203
Institución Educativa No. 30140
Institución Educativa No. 30139
Institución Educativa No. 31217
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Radio Stations near Cullhuas

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 Cullhuas

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

Farmers Markets in Cullhuas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Año Nuevo
Centro Comercial Nazaret
Centro Comercial Virgen de la Candelaria
La Moderna de Chilca
Mercado de Pichos
Mercado Jorge Chávez
Mercado La Florida
Mercado Modelo de Chupaca
Mercado Modelo Huancayo
Mercado Municipal de Moya
Mercado Pío Pata

Restaurants in Cullhuas

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Viajero Caminos del Incas
Gladiolos Restaurant
La Tia Victoria
La zona del sabor
Restaurante Gladiolos

Train Stations in Cullhuas

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de Ingahuasi
Retama

Bus Stations in Cullhuas

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PE #4150229950
PE #4150229951
PE #4150231081

Stadiums & Teams in Cullhuas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cullhuas

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Cullhuas

37 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
Huayucachi
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
Sapallanga
Sicaya

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,299 m (10,824 ft)
Postal Code
12401

🇵🇪 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 Cullhuas

What is the population of Cullhuas?

Cullhuas has a population of 559 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cullhuas?

Cullhuas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches, with 159.1 inches of snow.

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