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Limatambo, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Limatambo is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 1,562. Elevation: 9,396 ft (2,864 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,562 Population 15/sq mi density
9,396 ft Elevation 2,864 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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About Limatambo

Limatambo

Limatambo District is one of nine districts of the province Anta in Peru.

People

Population1,562
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation9,396 ft (2,864 m)
Population1,562
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation9,396 ft (2,864 m)
Coordinates-13.4798°, -72.4433°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (916 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Limatambo

Limatambo is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 1,562. The city sits at an elevation of 9,396 feet (2,864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Limatambo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 36.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,396 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above Peru avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,396 ft (2,864 m)
Area102.4 sq mi (265.2 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-13.4798°N, 72.4433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below Peru avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.90"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

134 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 50 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 90 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 39 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 86 km
Mar 7, 2025 12 km NNW of Cayarani, Peru M5.4 128 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 97 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 83 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 57 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 130 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 120 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 142 km
Dec 26, 1999 11 km WSW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.1 76 km
Aug 10, 1994 central Peru M5.1 49 km
Jul 13, 2024 29 km ESE of Pangoa, Peru M5.1 145 km
May 2, 2024 28 km WNW of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.1 9 km
May 5, 2024 11 km SE of Colquepata, Peru M5.0 91 km
Aug 10, 2010 8 km NW of Curpahuasi, Peru M5.0 65 km
Sep 2, 2019 central Peru M5.0 64 km
Aug 8, 2003 6 km N of Colcha, Peru M5.0 77 km
Jul 15, 2012 7 km WNW of Cocharcas, Peru M5.0 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (141 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 141 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 6.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 6.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
August 47°F (8°C) 0.5 in
September 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 51°F (11°C) 5.0 in

Limatambo has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.9") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Limatambo

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 50798 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50835 - - - -
Institución Educativa Crfa Mosoqwayna - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50963 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50925 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50111 Limatambo - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 51072 - - - -
Institución Educativa No. 50136 - - - -
Institución Educativa Nro 50138 Apu Salqantay - - - -
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Radio Stations near Limatambo

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

Museums in Limatambo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alqa Museo de Arte Popular Andino
Inca Wasi Casa Museo

Farmers Markets in Limatambo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Ferial de Chinchaypujio
Mercado Ollantaytambo
Plaza Manya Raqui Graft Market

Hotels in Limatambo

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel El Palacio

Restaurants in Limatambo

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pizzeria El Capricho
Restaurant Purito Corazón
Virgen del Rosario

Monuments in Limatambo

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arco colonial

Clinics in Limatambo

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Limatambo

Gas Stations in Limatambo

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PE #3151852350
PE #3151852496
PE #942878128

Stadiums & Teams in Limatambo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Limatambo

3 airports within the area.

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

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
2,633 m (8,639 ft)
Postal Code
08640

🇵🇪 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 Limatambo

What is the population of Limatambo?

Limatambo has a population of 1,562 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 102.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Limatambo?

Limatambo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.

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