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El Rosario, Peru

Junin · Peru

El Rosario is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 311. Elevation: 13,028 ft (3,971 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

311 Population 5/sq mi density
13,028 ft Elevation 3,971 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population311
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation13,028 ft (3,971 m)
Population311
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation13,028 ft (3,971 m)
Coordinates-11.7851°, -75.6748°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceJunin
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,711 mm)
Annual Snowfall51.7 inches (131 cm)

About El Rosario

El Rosario is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 311. The city sits at an elevation of 13,028 feet (3,971 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

El Rosario has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,028 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Peru avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,028 ft (3,971 m)
Area67.9 sq mi (175.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-11.7851°N, 75.6748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above Peru avg
Snowfall 51.7"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.28"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

174 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 94 km
Feb 21, 2001 5 km NNE of Mazamari, Peru M5.7 139 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 98 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 99 km
Oct 4, 1999 21 km ENE of Paucartambo, Peru M5.6 122 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 107 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 146 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 106 km
Nov 6, 1992 18 km NNW of Mucllo, Peru M5.3 69 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 29 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km SSW of Chambara, Peru M5.2 45 km
Jun 16, 1992 21 km N of Santa Rosa, Peru M5.2 146 km
May 17, 2018 7 km E of Mala, Peru M5.2 138 km
May 13, 2019 11 km WNW of Salcabamba, Peru M5.2 96 km
Apr 10, 2013 2 km WSW of Villa Rica, Peru M5.1 122 km
May 7, 1997 1 km WSW of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 137 km
Apr 7, 2001 3 km E of Oxapampa, Peru M5.1 138 km
Feb 18, 2025 9 km NW of Mariposa, Peru M5.0 105 km
Apr 10, 2022 6 km WSW of Comas, Peru M5.0 58 km
May 3, 1992 11 km NNW of Colonia, Peru M5.0 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 600 118 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 39°F (4°C) 0.3 in
August 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
September 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
December 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in

El Rosario has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 39°F in January to 47°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in El Rosario

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa San Francisco Javier
Institución Educativa No. 30424
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Radio Stations near El Rosario

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 El Rosario

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Tunanmarca

Farmers Markets in El Rosario

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Mayorista
Mercado Modelo

Restaurants in El Rosario

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shady

Gas Stations in El Rosario

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PetroCen

Stadiums & Teams in El Rosario

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near El Rosario

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Carle AirportJAUMedium Airport
Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr AirportSmall Airport
Huancayo AirportSmall Airport
Imperial AirportSmall Airport

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 El Rosario

What is the population of El Rosario?

El Rosario has a population of 311 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 67.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Rosario?

El Rosario has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches, with 51.7 inches of snow.

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