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Mosca, Peru
Huánuco Department · Peru
Mosca is a small town in Huánuco Department, Peru with a population of 775. Elevation: 11,388 ft (3,471 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 775 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,388 ft (3,471 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3428°, -76.2920° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Huánuco Department |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.9 inches (63 cm) |
About Mosca
Mosca is a small town in Peru (Huánuco Department) with a population of 775. The city sits at an elevation of 11,388 feet (3,471 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,388 ft (3,471 m) |
| Area | 20.6 sq mi (53.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3428°N, 76.2920°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in |
Mosca has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 45°F in July to 49°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Mosca
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa No. 34146 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juana Osorio Zambrano | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Hermilio Valdizan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32884 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Leoncio Prado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 32187 Leoncio Prado | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34535 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 34179 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32188 | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Daniel Alomia Robles | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa No. 32186 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Mosca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ambo | |||||
| Mercado Isco | |||||
| Mercado Virgen del Carmen | |||||
| Mercado Yanahuanca |
Stadiums & Teams in Mosca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mosca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alferez Fap David Figueroa Fernandini Airport | HUU | Medium Airport |
| Huánuco Viejo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozuzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇵🇪 About Peru
Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mosca
What is the population of Mosca?
Mosca has a population of 775 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 20.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mosca?
Mosca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 24.9 inches of snow.