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Esquena, Peru
Puno · Peru
Esquena is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 642. Elevation: 12,989 ft (3,959 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 642 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.9267°, -69.9530° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.9 inches (962 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Esquena
Esquena is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 642. The city sits at an elevation of 12,989 feet (3,959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.2°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,989 ft (3,959 m) |
| Area | 442.9 sq mi (1,147.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.9267°N, 69.9530°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
Esquena has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 42°F in July to 50°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Esquena
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 72173 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Carlos Dante Nava Silva | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72660 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72203 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72206 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 72217 | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Esquena
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| San Rafael Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Esquena?
Esquena has a population of 642 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 442.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Esquena?
Esquena has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches.