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Huata, Peru

Puno · Peru

Huata is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 823. Elevation: 12,648 ft (3,855 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

823 Population 13/sq mi density
12,648 ft Elevation 3,855 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population823
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days364/yr
Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Population823
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Coordinates-15.6151°, -69.9715°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (881 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)

About Huata

Huata is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 823. The city sits at an elevation of 12,648 feet (3,855 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Climate in Huata

Huata has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Nov (11.4°C), the coldest is Jul (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.2°C / 52°F 4.4° / 18° 127.3
Feb 11°C / 52°F 4.2° / 17.7° 107.3
Mar 10.8°C / 51°F 3.8° / 17.8° 85.9
Apr 10°C / 50°F 2° / 18.1° 31.9
May 7.7°C / 46°F -2.6° / 18° 9.4
Jun 5.7°C / 42°F -6.2° / 17.6° 2.9
Jul 5.5°C / 42°F -6° / 17° 0.8
Aug 6.6°C / 44°F -4.4° / 17.7° 7.3
Sep 9.2°C / 49°F -0.1° / 18.6° 13.9
Oct 10°C / 50°F 1.1° / 18.9° 36.9
Nov 11.4°C / 53°F 2.7° / 20° 36.5
Dec 11.4°C / 53°F 3.7° / 19° 87.8
Huata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 364 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 12,648 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days364 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,648 ft (3,855 m)
Area62.9 sq mi (162.8 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-15.6151°N, 69.9715°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.7"
9% below Peru avg
Snowfall 9.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

400 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 26, 2022 10 km W of Azángaro, Peru M7.2 86 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 102 km
May 24, 1991 13 km SSE of Chojata, Peru M6.8 126 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 82 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 92 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 53 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 73 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 141 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 78 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 110 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 62 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 136 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 65 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 86 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 62 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 47 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 67 km
Jun 27, 2006 12 km WNW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 63 km
Mar 22, 2010 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru M5.3 80 km
Feb 24, 2002 53 km E of Chojata, Peru M5.3 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Huaynaputina Stratovolcano 4,850 m (15,912 ft) 1600 145 km
Tutupaca Stratovolcano(es) 5,801 m (19,032 ft) 1802 163 km
Yucamane Stratovolcano(es) 5,495 m (18,028 ft) -1320 176 km
Chachani, Nevado Stratovolcano 6,057 m (19,872 ft) Unknown 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 51°F (10°C) 5.5 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.7 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 45°F (7°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 47°F (9°C) 0.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Warmest
December 52°F (11°C) 4.6 in

Huata has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 45°F in July to 52°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Huata

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 70066
Institución Educativa 70055 Cesar Vallejo
Institución Educativa No. 70071
Institución Educativa 70033 Señor De Huanca
Institución Educativa Miguel Grau Seminario
Institución Educativa No. 70070
Institución Educativa No. 70038
Institución Educativa San Juan
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Museums in Huata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coca & Customs Museum
Museo Carlos Dreyer
Museo Marina de Guerra
Museo Municipal
Yavari

Libraries in Huata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Central Universidad nacional del Altiplano0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Centro de documentación Puno0.0
UNAJ0.0
UNAJ0.0

Farmers Markets in Huata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asociación de Comerciantes San Francisco de Asis
Campo ferial
Laguna Temporal
Laguna Temporal
Mercado 24 de Octubre
Mercado BellaVista
Mercado Ccancollani
Mercado Central
Mercado Central
Mercado Central Santa Barbara
Mercado Cerro Colorado
Mercado de abastos 24 de Junio
Mercado de Ganado y Animales Menores
Mercado Dominical - Las Mercedes
Mercado Huata
Mercado Internacional
Mercado La Revolución
Mercado Laykakota
Mercado Los Triunfadores
Mercado Manco Capac
Mercado Niño San Salvador de Alto Puno
Mercado Pedro Vilcapaza
Mercado Progreso
Mercado ropa usada deportiva
Mercado ropa usada empieza
mercado ropa usada. empieza. viernes?
Mercado San Camilo
Mercado San José
Mercado San Luis
Mercado Túpac Amaru
Mercado Unión y Dignidad
Mercado Yanacancha
Parador turístico artesanal
Plaza Perú
Plaza Tambopata

Stadiums & Teams in Huata

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huata

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ulla Ulla AirportSmall Airport
Ventilla AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Huata

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clínica Americana de Juliaca
Cono Sur
Guadalupe
Policlinico Juliaca - Essalud
Santa Adriana

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 Huata

What is the population of Huata?

Huata has a population of 823 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 62.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huata?

Huata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 364 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.

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