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Layo, Peru
Cuzco Department · Peru
Layo is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 3,978. Elevation: 13,074 ft (3,985 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Layo
Layo is a village and the capital of the Layo District, Canas Province, Cusco Region, Peru.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,978 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13,074 ft (3,985 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.4936°, -71.1550° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Cuzco Department |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.6 inches (1,310 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 262.8 inches (667 cm) |
About Layo
Layo is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 3,978. The city sits at an elevation of 13,074 feet (3,985 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 359 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,074 ft (3,985 m) |
| Area | 251.0 sq mi (650.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.4936°N, 71.1550°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Quimsachata | Lava dome | 3,693 m (12,116 ft) | -4450 | 41 km |
| Sabancaya | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,960 m (19,554 ft) | 2020 | 162 km |
| Andahua-Orcopampa | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 4,713 m (15,463 ft) | 1490 | 163 km |
| Huambo | Volcanic field | 4,550 m (14,928 ft) | -700 | 182 km |
| Chachani, Nevado | Stratovolcano | 6,057 m (19,872 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 35°F (1°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 35°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 36°F (2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
Layo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 34°F in January to 43°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Layo
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 56171 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56172 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56404 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa 501429 Antapampa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56134 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Horacio Zevallos Gamez | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56173 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56174 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Qotaqwasi | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56454 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa No. 56133 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Técnico Agropecuario | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Layo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sicuani | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Layo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Langui | |||||
| Mercado de Layo |
Clinics in Layo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Layo
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Layo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Layo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yauri Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Layo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Layo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Layo
What is the population of Layo?
Layo has a population of 3,978 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 251.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Layo?
Layo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches, with 262.8 inches of snow.