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Huaro, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Huaro is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,833. Elevation: 10,472 ft (3,192 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,833 Population 29/sq mi density
10,472 ft Elevation 3,192 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huaro

Huaro

The Huaro District is one of the twelve districts in the Quispicanchi Province in Peru. Created by Law No. 11863 on September 26, 1952, its capital is the town of Huaro.

People

Population1,833
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation10,472 ft (3,192 m)
Population1,833
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation10,472 ft (3,192 m)
Coordinates-13.6883°, -71.6358°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,510 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.3 inches (135 cm)

About Huaro

Huaro is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,833. The city sits at an elevation of 10,472 feet (3,192 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huaro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 44°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 10,472 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,472 ft (3,192 m)
Area64.0 sq mi (165.9 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates-13.6883°N, 71.6358°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above Peru avg
Snowfall 53.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

174 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 88 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 138 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 101 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 130 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 69 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 122 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 132 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 110 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 141 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 132 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 127 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 107 km
Apr 20, 1990 8 km SSE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 133 km
Apr 21, 2015 6 km ENE of Yauri, Peru M5.3 123 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 131 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 120 km
Dec 30, 2012 46 km E of Salvación, Peru M5.2 119 km
Aug 9, 2006 12 km WNW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 127 km
May 5, 2003 17 km WSW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.2 129 km
Jul 6, 2014 7 km SE of Layo, Peru M5.1 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 62 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 Coldest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
June 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.3 in
August 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
December 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in Warmest

Huaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 42°F in January to 51°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Huaro

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alferez Pnp Mariano Santos Mateos - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 51501 - - - -
Institución Educativa Narciso Arestegui - - - -
Institución Educativa San Antonio - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50904 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50766 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50510 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50474 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Huaro

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

Farmers Markets in Huaro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Cachina Imperial
Mercado de Paruro
Mercado de Productores de Ccatcca
Mercado Multiuso Cusipata
Mercado San Salvador

Hotels in Huaro

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Qali Samanawasi

Restaurants in Huaro

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Clinics in Huaro

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Huaro

Gas Stations in Huaro

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tres Estrallas

Airports Near Huaro

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alejandro Velasco Astete International AirportCUZLarge Airport
Huanacopampa Airport-Small Airport
Patria Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Huaro

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Juan Bautista

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,168 m (10,394 ft)
Postal Code
08215

🇵🇪 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 Huaro

What is the population of Huaro?

Huaro has a population of 1,833 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 64.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huaro?

Huaro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°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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