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Livitaca, Peru

Cuzco Department · Peru

Livitaca is a small town in Cuzco Department, Peru with a population of 948. Elevation: 12,336 ft (3,760 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

948 Population 48/sq mi density
12,336 ft Elevation 3,760 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
62.5 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population948
Density48/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation12,336 ft (3,760 m)
Population948
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation12,336 ft (3,760 m)
Coordinates-14.3131°, -71.6893°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceCuzco Department
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation62.5 inches (1,587 mm)
Annual Snowfall52.7 inches (134 cm)

About Livitaca

Livitaca is a small town in Peru (Cuzco Department) with a population of 948. The city sits at an elevation of 12,336 feet (3,760 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Livitaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 62.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 52.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,336 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Peru avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,336 ft (3,760 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.3 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates-14.3131°N, 71.6893°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.5"
64% above Peru avg
Snowfall 52.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.07"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

380 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 M7.0 144 km
May 31, 2020 19 km SW of Vilavila, Peru M6.1 150 km
Jul 17, 2013 3 km ESE of Maca, Peru M6.0 150 km
Sep 13, 2010 21 km SW of Nuñoa, Peru M5.9 104 km
Nov 27, 1999 10 km S of Langui, Peru M5.9 49 km
May 21, 2013 17 km S of Chinchaypujio, Peru M5.8 85 km
Oct 26, 2001 16 km NE of Ayaviri, Peru M5.8 138 km
Dec 4, 2001 20 km WSW of Orcopampa, Peru M5.8 146 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 107 km
Apr 12, 1998 9 km N of Madrigal, Peru M5.8 136 km
Mar 15, 2009 29 km E of Nuñoa, Peru M5.7 144 km
Dec 8, 2001 3 km NE of Alca, Peru M5.6 144 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 100 km
May 24, 2003 10 km W of Pichigua, Peru M5.6 44 km
Oct 28, 2003 21 km NNE of Nuñoa, Peru M5.6 120 km
Oct 14, 1999 22 km SSW of Macusani, Peru M5.5 130 km
Oct 24, 2000 13 km SE of Alca, Peru M5.4 147 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 105 km
Apr 21, 2012 5 km ESE of Coporaque, Peru M5.4 61 km
Dec 26, 1994 6 km NE of Madrigal, Peru M5.4 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Quimsachata (40 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Quimsachata Lava dome 3,693 m (12,116 ft) -4450 40 km
Andahua-Orcopampa Pyroclastic cone(s) 4,713 m (15,463 ft) 1490 141 km
Sabancaya Stratovolcano(es) 5,960 m (19,554 ft) 2020 165 km
Huambo Volcanic field 4,550 m (14,928 ft) -700 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 8.1 in Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 7.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
June 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 44°F (7°C) 0.2 in
August 41°F (5°C) 0.4 in
September 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in Warmest

Livitaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 40°F in June to 47°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.1") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Livitaca

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 201456
Institución Educativa No. 56269
Institución Educativa Jose Maria Arguedas
Institución Educativa No. 56381
Institución Educativa No. 56353
Institución Educativa No. 501248
Institución Educativa No. 56291
Institución Educativa Ramon Ponce Molina
Institución Educativa No. 56441
Tunsuma
Institución Educativa No. 56285
Institución Educativa No. 56266
Institución Educativa San Sebastian
Institución Educativa No. 56289
Institución Educativa No. 56370
Institución Educativa No. 56288
Colegio Illatuyo
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Farmers Markets in Livitaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo de Velille

Clinics in Livitaca

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Livitaca

Bus Stations in Livitaca

5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cruce de Chamaca y Huancané
Cruce de Quehue y Pongoña
El Cruce para ir a Capilla
El Cruce para ir a la Capilla
El Cruce para ir Colegio

Stadiums & Teams in Livitaca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Livitaca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huanacopampa AirportSmall Airport
Yauri AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Livitaca

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Cerropampa
Capilla de Huancané
Capilla de Pisquicocha
Casa Parroquia de Livitaca

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 Livitaca

What is the population of Livitaca?

Livitaca has a population of 948 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Livitaca?

Livitaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches, with 52.7 inches of snow.

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