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Lahuaytambo, Peru

Lima region · Peru

Lahuaytambo is a small town in Lima region, Peru with a population of 383. Elevation: 10,062 ft (3,067 m). Average temperature: 89°F (31°C).

Data updated June 2026

383 Population 4/sq mi density
10,062 ft Elevation 3,067 meters
89°F Avg Temperature 31°C
53.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Lahuaytambo

Lahuaytambo

Lahuaytambo es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Lima, provincia de Huarochiri, distrito de Lahuaytambo. Se encuentra a una altitud de 3286 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 467 habitantes en 1993.

People

Population383
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp89°F (31°C)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation10,062 ft (3,067 m)
Population383
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation10,062 ft (3,067 m)
Coordinates-12.1000°, -76.4000°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceLima region
Average Temperature89°F (31°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation53.9 inches (1,370 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lahuaytambo

Lahuaytambo is a small town in Peru (Lima region) with a population of 383. The city sits at an elevation of 10,062 feet (3,067 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 89°F (31°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Lahuaytambo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10,062 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average88.5°F
64% above Peru avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,062 ft (3,067 m)
Area94.8 sq mi (245.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1000°N, 76.4000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"
42% above Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

217 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M5.6 on Jun 15, 2025.

Aug 15, 2007 41 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M8.0 145 km
Apr 18, 1993 15 km SE of Lachaqui, Peru M6.3 52 km
Jun 23, 2021 11 km WSW of Mala, Peru M5.9 76 km
Aug 16, 2007 38 km SW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.8 141 km
Sep 22, 2010 6 km ENE of Chincha Alta, Peru M5.7 148 km
May 8, 2003 90 km WSW of Chilca, Peru M5.7 144 km
May 28, 2003 33 km SSW of Santiago de Surco, Peru M5.6 90 km
Oct 1, 1996 19 km SSW of Chilca, Peru M5.6 79 km
Jan 7, 2022 6 km NW of Cocachacra, Peru M5.6 32 km
Jun 15, 2025 37 km WSW of Callao, Peru M5.6 114 km
Jan 23, 1990 4 km WSW of Cuenca, Peru M5.6 150 km
Jun 21, 1995 28 km W of Chancay, Peru M5.6 138 km
Aug 16, 2007 22 km SSW of San Vicente de Cañete, Peru M5.6 129 km
Nov 25, 2013 12 km SE of Omas, Peru M5.5 60 km
May 12, 2022 9 km W of San Bartolo, Peru M5.4 60 km
Dec 25, 1998 9 km SE of Chancay, Peru M5.4 103 km
Feb 17, 2005 7 km W of Carhuamayo, Peru M5.4 134 km
Mar 29, 2008 14 km SSW of Callao, Peru M5.3 84 km
Mar 18, 1999 21 km NNE of Huancaya, Peru M5.3 76 km
Jun 3, 2014 20 km W of Chilca, Peru M5.2 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 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 600 109 km
1586 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 26.0 m 22 143 km
1746 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 24.0 m 5,941 88 km
2007 S. PERU Earthquake 10.1 m 596 145 km
1865 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 2.0 m 5 77 km
1806 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 1.0 m 76 km
1878 CENTRAL PERU Unknown 5 66 km
1860 CENTRAL PERU Earthquake 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
February 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (10°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
May 47°F (9°C) 0.1 in
June 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 91°F (33°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in
September 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 0.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in

Lahuaytambo has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 45°F in June to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Lahuaytambo

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa 20556 Francisco Inka
I.E. 20556 Francisco Inka
I.E. 20638 Santa Ana
Institución Educativa 20556 Francisco Inka
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Radio Stations near Lahuaytambo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Enmanuel Huaycán música y noticias, noticias MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lahuaytambo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Antioquia

Hotels in Lahuaytambo

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje comunal de Canlle
Hospedaje Municipal de Lahuaytambo

Stadiums & Teams in Lahuaytambo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lahuaytambo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jorge Chávez International AirportLIMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Alas del MarSmall Airport
Las Palmas Air BaseSmall Airport
Lib Mandi Metropolitan AirportSmall Airport
San Bartolo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lahuaytambo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Canlle
Iglesia de Lahuaytambo
Iglesia de Santa Ana

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,286 m (10,781 ft)
Postal Code
15577

🇵🇪 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 Lahuaytambo

What is the population of Lahuaytambo?

Lahuaytambo has a population of 383 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 94.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lahuaytambo?

Lahuaytambo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 89°F (31°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.9 inches.

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