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Huatasani, Peru

Puno · Peru

Huatasani is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 1,358. Elevation: 13,005 ft (3,964 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,358 Population 7/sq mi density
13,005 ft Elevation 3,964 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Huatasani

Huatasani District is one of eight districts of the province Huancané in Peru.

People

Population1,358
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation13,005 ft (3,964 m)
Population1,358
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation13,005 ft (3,964 m)
Coordinates-15.0596°, -69.8015°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvincePuno
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,178 mm)
Annual Snowfall64.2 inches (163 cm)

About Huatasani

Huatasani is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 1,358. The city sits at an elevation of 13,005 feet (3,964 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Huatasani experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 64.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,005 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below Peru avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,005 ft (3,964 m)
Area206.0 sq mi (533.5 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates-15.0596°N, 69.8015°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above Peru avg
Snowfall 64.2"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

275 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 55 km
Mar 1, 2019 22 km NNE of Azángaro, Peru M7.0 54 km
Jul 12, 2009 10 km SSW of Tirapata, Peru M6.1 69 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 108 km
Jun 16, 1994 5 km WSW of Nicasio, Peru M6.0 57 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 116 km
Sep 30, 2009 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru M5.9 77 km
Dec 2, 1991 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia M5.8 105 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 82 km
Sep 5, 2009 12 km N of Nicasio, Peru M5.8 48 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 91 km
May 3, 2020 13 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.7 74 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 120 km
Apr 20, 1994 8 km SW of Tirapata, Peru M5.6 71 km
Feb 16, 2001 11 km W of Lampa, Peru M5.5 79 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 114 km
Jun 29, 2001 6 km S of Lampa, Peru M5.4 71 km
May 1, 1993 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.4 88 km
Jun 29, 2013 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru M5.3 83 km
Apr 14, 1995 14 km NW of Lampa, Peru M5.3 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in
March 49°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 0.2 in
August 45°F (7°C) 0.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in

Huatasani has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 43°F in June to 50°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Huatasani

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 72130 Jose Antonio Encinas
Institución Educativa No. 72236
Institución Educativa 72270 Tupac Amaru Ii
Institución Educativa No. 72323
Institución Educativa No. 72279
Institución Educativa No. 72516
Institución Educativa No. 72319
Institución Educativa No. 72246
Institución Educativa No. 72276
Institución Educativa 73024 Jose Olaya Balandra
Institución Educativa Huatasani
Institución Educativa No. 70637
Institución Educativa No. 72625
Institución Educativa No. 72351
Institución Educativa No. 72274
Institución Educativa No. 72517
Institución Educativa No. 72259
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Farmers Markets in Huatasani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Huancané

Stadiums & Teams in Huatasani

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huatasani

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inca Manco Capac International AirportJULLarge Airport
Ulla Ulla 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 Huatasani

What is the population of Huatasani?

Huatasani has a population of 1,358 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 206.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huatasani?

Huatasani has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 64.2 inches of snow.

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