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Muruhuay, Peru
Junin · Peru
Muruhuay is a small town in Junin, Peru with a population of 850. Elevation: 9,849 ft (3,002 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Muruhuay
Acobamba es una localidad peruana ubicada en la región Junín, provincia de Tarma, distrito de Acobamba. Es asimismo capital del distrito de Acobamba. Se encuentra a una altitud de 2950 m s. n. m. Tiene una población de 3960 habitantes en 1993.
People
Climate
| Population | 850 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,849 ft (3,002 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.3490°, -75.6529° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Junin |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.4 inches (1,129 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 34.8 inches (88 cm) |
About Muruhuay
Muruhuay is a small town in Peru (Junin) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 9,849 feet (3,002 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,849 ft (3,002 m) |
| Area | 87.6 sq mi (226.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.3490°N, 75.6529°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 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in |
Muruhuay has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 41°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Muruhuay
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa San Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa 30794 Señor De Muruhuay | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Muruhuay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 2 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Asuncion | |||||
| Mercado Modelo | |||||
| Mercado Techado Tarma |
Stadiums & Teams in Muruhuay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Muruhuay
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Carle Airport | JAU | Medium Airport |
| Capitán FAP Leonardo Alvariño Herr Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huancayo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricrán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vicco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Muruhuay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santuario Señor de Muruhuay |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Muruhuay?
Muruhuay has a population of 850 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 87.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Muruhuay?
Muruhuay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.